Description
A delicious and easy one-pan dish with tender chicken and creamy orzo pasta, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium heat.
- Cook the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken thighs or breasts to the pan and season with salt and pepper.
- Brown the chicken for 5-7 minutes on both sides.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and pour in the chicken broth.
- Add the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
- Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes on the stovetop.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to modify seasonings and include vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: one pan, orzo, chicken, easy recipe, family meal