Here’s a simple, flavorful recipe for Grilled Chicken with Rice—a complete, satisfying meal 🍗🍚
🍗 Grilled Chicken with Rice
Ingredients (serves 3–4)
For the chicken:
- 3–4 chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp yogurt (for tenderness)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika or chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin or mixed herbs
For the rice:
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp oil or butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: whole spices (1 bay leaf, 2 cloves, 1 small cinnamon stick)
Instructions
1. Marinate the chicken
- Mix yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices
- Coat chicken well and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor)
2. Cook the rice
- Rinse rice until water runs clear
- In a pot, heat oil, add whole spices (optional)
- Add rice and water/broth + salt
- Bring to boil, then cover and cook on low for 12–15 minutes
- Fluff with a fork
3. Grill the chicken
Grill pan or outdoor grill:
- Cook chicken on medium heat for 5–7 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through
Oven option:
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes
4. Serve
- Serve grilled chicken over rice
- Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, or a side salad
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Add garlic sauce or yogurt dip
- Serve with Arab salad or cucumber raita
- Add grilled vegetables for a complete meal
🔥 Tips
- Don’t overcook chicken → keeps it juicy
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing
- Use chicken thighs for more flavor and tenderness
If you want, I can give you a restaurant-style Middle Eastern grilled chicken & rice (like shawarma rice) with special white sauce 🍗🔥
