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Creamy Lemon Dill Chicken Orzo Skillet

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach (optional)

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken to a plate.
  2. In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes, until lightly golden. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and half the dill. Return the chicken to the skillet along with any juices. If using spinach, add it now and stir until wilted.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with remaining fresh dill and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 38gFat: 24g

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