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One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Orzo — homemade one-pan lemon herb chicken and orzo recipe

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Orzo

A flavorful and easy Mediterranean-inspired dinner featuring tender chicken and orzo cooked together in a single skillet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1.5 cups dry orzo pasta
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 large lemon juiced and zested

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the cubed chicken and sear until golden brown. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. Add the minced garlic and dry orzo to the same skillet, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to toast the pasta.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Return the chicken to the pan and continue cooking until the liquid is fully absorbed and the chicken is cooked through. Garnish with lemon zest before serving.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cut into uniform pieces for even cooking. Serve immediately for best texture.