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Greek Chicken Orzo Bake is a joyful miracle

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek
Greek Chicken Orzo Bake is a joyful miracle

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Greek-inspired chicken and orzo bake.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Add onion and cook until softened.
  5. Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in orzo and sun-dried tomatoes.
  8. Cover and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until orzo is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  9. Stir in feta cheese and parsley.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breast for thighs.
  • Add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
  • Adjust seasonings to your preference.

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Keywords

Greek, chicken, orzo, bake, Mediterranean, one-pan