Description
This Chicken in a Pot with Lemon and Orzo recipe is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken with flavorful orzo pasta, bright lemon, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Orzo:
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Season and Sear Chicken: Pat dry chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden.
- Cook Aromatics and Orzo: Sauté onion, then add garlic. Toast orzo before adding broth, lemon juice, zest, and oregano.
- Simmer: Nestle chicken back into the pot, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the dish rest, then garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- For extra depth, consider adding spinach or peas at the end.
- Boneless chicken can be used for quicker cooking.
- Avoid overcooking the orzo for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with orzo
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
