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One-Pot Garlic Butter Lemon Chicken Orzo for Easy Dinner!

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A delicious and easy one-pot meal featuring garlic butter lemon chicken and orzo pasta, perfect for a quick dinner.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Add the orzo pasta and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is tender.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, and parsley.
  7. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
  • Can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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