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Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Orzo

Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Orzo
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Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Orzo is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine right to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features juicy chicken thighs combined with herby orzo pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and fresh spinach, all cooked together in one skillet for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing last-minute guests, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a burst of flavor in every bite, you can enjoy a gourmet experience without the hassle.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
  • 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in cherry tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes; cook until softened.
  5. Add orzo; toast for about 2 minutes while stirring frequently.
  6. Pour in chicken broth along with lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, and a pinch of salt; stir to combine.
  7. Nestle seared chicken back into the skillet; cover and simmer for about 15-18 minutes until orzo is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
  8. Stir in spinach and olives; let spinach wilt briefly before serving.

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