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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time:

5 min

Cook Time:

25 min

Total Time:

30 min

Servings:

5

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this zesty lemon chicken dish, featuring succulent chicken marinated in citrusy goodness and aromatic herbs for a refreshing and wholesome meal.

RICE-A-RONI® Chicken
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Ingredients

Instructions

1

Sprinkle chicken with paprika and salt and pepper, if desired. In large skillet, heat margarine over high heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned.

2

Remove from skillet and set aside, reserving drippings. Keep warm.

3

In same skillet, sauté rice-vermicelli in reserved drippings over medium heat until vermicelli is golden brown; add lemon juice with 2 ¼ cups hot water and contents of seasoning packet. Bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat. Simmer 10 minutes.

4

Stir in red pepper and lemon peel. Top rice with chicken. Cover; continue to simmer 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.