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Lemon Chicken Orzo

35 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: cheese$15.00600 cal · 44g protein

Ingredients

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs1½ lb
  • orzo1½ cups
  • chicken broth3 cups
  • lemons2 count
  • garlic4 cloves
  • baby spinach4 cups
  • feta cheese4 oz
  • dried oregano1 tsp
  • olive oil2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season the chicken with oregano, salt, and pepper and brown in the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat, 4 minutes per side; set aside (it will finish cooking later).

  2. 2

    Add the garlic and dry orzo to the pan and stir 1 minute until lightly toasted.

  3. 3

    Pour in the broth, zest of 1 lemon, and juice of 1 lemon, scraping up the browned bits, and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Return the chicken on top, cover, and simmer on low 12 minutes until the orzo is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F.

  5. 5

    Stir the spinach into the orzo until wilted, top with feta, and serve with lemon wedges.

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