One Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo With Spinach

A simple and delicious one-pot meal featuring lemon chicken, orzo, and spinach.

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Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 cup orzo
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup grated parmesan
• 1 cup spinach

Instructions

1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
4. In the same pot, add the chopped yellow onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
6. Add the lemon juice and chicken broth to the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
7. Return the chicken thighs to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
8. Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan, mixing until well combined.
9. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
10. Serve the lemon chicken orzo hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.