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Greek Lemon Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 medium yellow onion minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tsp Cavenders Greek Seasoning
  • 3 Tbsp of lemon juice or the juice of one lemon + the zest
  • 1 tsp dried dill weed or 1 Tbsp fresh
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium flame
  • Add the rice and onion, and sauté until the onion is soft and both are taking on some color. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant
  • Add the chicken stock and the Cavender’s and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then turn down to a simmer and cover, cooking for 15 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat, and let the skillet sit covered for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
  • Add the lemon juice (if using a lemon, first grate the lemon peel into the rice before juicing it).
  • Add the dill and stir through.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.