Parmesan Chicken with Lemon Rice

Name: Parmesan Chicken with Lemon Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup uncooked long grain rice; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons fat-free milk; 3/4 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs; 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces), thawed; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest; Freshly ground pepper, optional

I like the challenge of inventing recipes with ingredients I have on hand. This easy-peasy meal fits the bill. —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia

Ingredients

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 large egg
2 tablespoons fat-free milk
3/4 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup frozen peas (about 4 ounces), thawed
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Freshly ground pepper, optional

Directions

In a saucepan, bring broth and lemon juice to a boil. Stir in rice and onion; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is almost absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, whisk together egg and milk. In another bowl, toss bread crumbs with 1/3 cup cheese and oregano. Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Dip in egg mixture, then in crumb mixture to coat both sides.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and chicken is no longer pink, 2-3 minutes per side.
When rice is cooked, gently stir in peas; cook, covered, until heated through, 1-2 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and remaining cheese. Cut chicken into slices; serve with rice. If desired, sprinkle with pepper.

Nutrition Facts

3 ounces cooked chicken with 3/4 cup rice: 500 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 36g protein.

Originally published as Parmesan Crusted Chicken with Pea & Lemon Rice in Simple & Delicious April/May 2017

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ryanswife

Jan 10, 2019

I was hesitant to make this because my husband doesn't like peas, but I thought I'd try it thinking he could always pick out the peas. To my surprise, he really liked the rice with peas. He thought the chicken was just okay. I liked all of it.
bonito15

Nov 4, 2017

So easy to prepare and all ingredients on hand - loved it
gina.kapfhamer

Oct 24, 2017

This recipe makes for a perfect quick dinner. My boyfriend loved the chicken and the pairing with lemon rice made for a nice little "date night" meal. Will definitely make again!
dilbert098

Oct 22, 2017

Such an easy way to make plain rice taste amazing. The chicken was also delicious. I added some of my cream avocado sauce and it put it over the edge. Definitely a meal I will make for company.
sproussa

Jul 16, 2017

This is amazing. The rice is something I will make just on its on. So good and simple.