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One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo with Spinach
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One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo with Spinach

40 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
from @reviskitchenn12 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • boneless skinless chicken thighsMeat4 pieces
  • olive oilPantry15 ml
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • garlic powderSpices3 g
  • paprikaSpices3 g
  • yellow onion (diced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • orzoGrains180 g
  • lemon (juiced, plus slices for serving)Produce1 piece
  • chicken brothPantry480 ml
  • heavy creamDairy60 ml
  • parmesan (grated)Dairy25 g
  • spinach (fresh)Produce60 g
  • fresh parsley (chopped)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

400kcal

Carbs
38 g
Proteins
27 g
Fat
16 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Coat the chicken thighs evenly with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
    Step 1

  2. Sear the chicken

    • Add a splash of oil to a hot pan and place the chicken in.
    • Flip after about 5 minutes and cook for another 5 minutes.
    Step 2

  3. Rest the chicken

    • Remove the chicken from the pan and wrap it in foil.
    Step 3

  4. Soften onion and garlic

    • Add the onion and garlic to the same pan.
    • Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
    Step 4

  5. Toast the orzo

    • Add the orzo and toast for about 1 minute.
    • Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth.
    Step 5

  6. Simmer the orzo

    • Simmer on low for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    Step 6

  7. Finish with cream, parmesan and spinach

    • Stir in the heavy cream, grated parmesan and spinach.
    • Return the chicken to the pan.
    Step 7

  8. Serve

    • Top with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
    Step 8
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