One Skillet Chicken Tzatziki and Orzo.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 pinch chili flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breast
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- 1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup mixed herbs, such as basil and thyme
- 1-2 cups Tzakiki sauce
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- 2. In a bowl, toss together the chicken, 2 tablespoons olive oil, tomato paste, paprika, garlic, lemon zest, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Add the chicken to a large oven-safe skillet set over high heat. Sear on both sides until golden, 3-5 minutes. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the butter, then remove the chicken from the skillet. Add the orzo and thyme. Cook until toasted, about 1 minute. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, broth, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the fresh herbs. Slide the chicken and any juices left on the plate back into the skillet.
- 4. Bake, uncovered for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 5. Serve the chicken and orzo topped with Tzakiki sauce and basil. Enjoy!
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