One-Pan Lemon Chicken Orzo Recipe
This One-Pan Lemon Chicken Orzo is a delicious and easy one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, flavorful orzo pasta, and bright lemony notes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Orzo:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Set aside.
- Cook the Orzo: In the same pan, cook onion for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and orzo, toasting for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, then stir in lemon zest. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in cooked chicken, Parmesan, and parsley. Cook for 1–2 minutes until heated through. Garnish with lemon slices and extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt before serving.
- This dish also works well with boneless chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
