A wholesome and flavorful dish featuring oven-roasted chicken drumstick with garlic, lemon, and herbs, served alongside fluffy basmati rice for a satisfying and balanced meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 chicken drumstick
- 1/2 cup basmati rice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.Season the chicken drumstick with salt, pepper, oregano, lemon juice, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 3.Place the chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes until golden and fully cooked, turning halfway.
- 4.While the chicken bakes, rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear.
- 5.In a small pot, sauté onion and garlic in 1/2 teaspoon olive oil until fragrant.
- 6.Add the rice and 1 cup water, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 12–15 minutes until the rice is tender.
- 7.Fluff the rice with a fork and serve with the roasted chicken drumstick.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This recipe is healthy because it uses lean chicken for high-quality protein, basmati rice for complex carbs, and heart-friendly olive oil with herbs for natural flavor, while removing butter and soda for a lighter, nutrient-rich dish.
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