One-Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 - 6 boneless chicken Thighs
  • 1 tbsp EVOO
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil for searing
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 yellow onion sliced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup orzo
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup non-fat plain greek yogurt 
  • ¼ cup of grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 - 2 handfuls spinach
  • Chopped parsley for garnishing


Method

  • Marinate chicken in olive oil and spices for at least 30 minutes 
  • Heat up oil in your pan on medium-high (I used a cast iron skillet)
  • Sear your chicken ~5 minutes per side (want to reach 175F internal temp. For maximum juiciness)
  • May need to sear them in batches as to not overcrowd the pan
  • Set chicken aside and wrap in foil to keep warm
  • In the same pan add in onions and allow to cook for 1-2 minutes
  • Add in the garlic and cook for an additional 30 sec. until fragrant
  • Add in orzo and toast the grains while stirring for 1 minute
  • Add in lemon juice and chicken stock
  • Allow to simmer on low for ~10 minutes
  • Add in ¼ cup greek yogurt, grated parmesan, and your handfuls of spinach
  • Stir until the spinach wilts to your liking
  • Add back in the chicken
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, serve & enjoy!