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One Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo

One Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo

This One Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo recipe delivers bright flavors and easy cleanup, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 medium fresh lemons juiced and zested
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh herbs like thyme or parsley

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and herbs.
  2. In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown (approximately 5 minutes per side). Remove from the pot.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in the same pot for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add orzo, lemon juice, zest, and chicken broth to the pot; stir well.
  5. Return seared chicken to the pot, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes until orzo is al dente.
  6. Stir in chopped herbs before serving. Drizzle with sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping chicken for shrimp or adding seasonal vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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