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Weeknight Chicken Orzo Skillet with Spinach & Lemon
Weeknight Chicken Orzo Skillet with Spinach and Lemon is a one-pan chicken and pasta dinner. Bite-size chicken cooks with garlic, orzo, broth, spinach, and lemon for a cozy but fresh meal that feels complete without extra sides.
Inspired by Kitchen Tutor
Total time
35 min
prep + cook
Cost
$3.40
per serving
Servings
4
Diet
high-protein
Ingredients
4
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces1 1/4 pounds
- kosher salt, divided1 teaspoon
- black pepper, divided1/2 teaspoon
- olive oil2 tablespoons
- yellow onion, finely chopped1 small
- garlic, minced3 cloves
- Italian seasoning1 teaspoon
- dry orzo pasta1 cup
- low-sodium chicken broth2 1/2 cups
- fresh lemon juice1 tablespoon
- finely grated lemon zest1 teaspoon
- baby spinach, lightly packed3 cups
- finely grated Parmesan cheese1/3 cup
- chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons
Instructions
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Tutor's tips
- •Use a 12-inch skillet with a lid so the orzo cooks evenly and has enough room to absorb the broth.
- •Stir the orzo once or twice while it simmers, especially near the end, to prevent sticking on the bottom of the pan.
- •If the skillet looks dry before the orzo is tender, add 1/4 cup warm broth or water and continue cooking.
