Greek Skillet Chicken and Rice

Recipe By: Pamela Salzman

This Greek-inspired skillet dinner brings together chicken, rice, Kalamata olives, Dolmas, Roasted Tomatoes, and Marinated Feta & Olives in one pan. The result is a flavorful Mediterranean meal that's hearty enough for dinner and easy enough for a weeknight.

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 tsp garlic powder or granulated garlic
1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
1 lemon, zested
2 tsp sea salt, divided
1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts and/or thighs, patted dry and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tbsp olive oil or oil from a jar of Divina Roasted Tomatoes
1 onion, chopped, or 1/2 c Divina Caramelized Onion Jam
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3/4 c Divina Roasted Tomatoes
1/4 c Divina Organic Roasted Red Peppers, chopped
1 1/2 c long-grain white rice
2 c low-sodium chicken stock
1/4 c Divina Pitted Kalamata Olives
6 Divina Dolmas, halved
1 jar Divina Marinated Feta & Olives, drained
Chopped fresh parsley and/or dill, optional
Black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a medium bowl, combine the garlic powder, oregano, paprika, lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat. This can be done up to 1 day in advance.
2. Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch straight-sided sauté pan over medium heat. Add the chicken in a single layer and brown on both sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Do not cook through. Transfer to a plate.
3. Add the onion to the pan and cook until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. If using Divina Caramelized Onion Jam, add it in place of the onion. Add the garlic and remaining 1 tsp salt and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the Divina Roasted Tomatoes, Divina Organic Roasted Red Peppers, and 3 tbsp chicken stock. Increase the heat and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
5. Add the rice, remaining stock, and Divina Pitted Kalamata Olives and bring to a boil. Arrange the chicken and halved Divina Dolmas on top. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
6. Sprinkle the Divina Marinated Feta & Olives over the skillet. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
7. Garnish with parsley and/or dill, if desired, and serve.