Mediterranean Chicken Plate with Veggies & Fluffy Rice

🍚🌿 Mediterranean Chicken Plate with Veggies & Fluffy Rice

This vibrant, wholesome plate brings together juicy pan-seared chicken, tender-crisp veggies, seasoned fluffy rice, and fresh Mediterranean flavors. With olives, mustard, and optional lemon, it’s a clean, balanced dish that’s as satisfying as it is colorful—perfect for a quick and nourishing lunch or dinner.

📝 Ingredients (Serves 1 | ~520 kcal)

For the Chicken:

• 300 g chicken breast, sliced or filleted
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
• ½ teaspoon paprika 🌶️
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Optional: squeeze of lemon 🍋

For the Rice:

• 1 cup cooked rice (jasmine or basmati preferred) 🍚
• 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil 🧈
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice or chopped parsley 🌿

For the Veggies:

• ½ cup broccoli florets 🥦
• 1 carrot, diced 🥕
• 6–8 asparagus spears
• 1 small handful fresh spinach 🥬
• 3–4 Kalamata or black olives 🫒

Extras:

• 1 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or grainy preferred) 🥄
• Extra black pepper or olive oil for finishing 🌿

👩‍🍳 Directions