Lemon Piccata Chicken and Rice Bake: Easy Comfort Meal Delight
A delightful and simple recipe combining the bright flavors of lemon with tender chicken and fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon capers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe dish, combine the rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, and capers.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then lay them on top of the rice mixture.
- Place lemon slices on top of the chicken.
- Drizzle olive oil over the dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes prior to cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables, such as spinach or peas, for extra nutrition.