Lemon and Herb Chicken with Orzo

Tender chicken thighs baked with orzo in a lemony herb broth, a complete one-pan meal.

SHOPPING LIST

• chicken thighs8
• orzo300g
• chicken stock700ml
• lemon1
• garlic4 cloves
• dried oregano1 tbsp
• olive oil2 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper1 tsp

METHOD

1. 1Preheat the oven to 190°C.
2. 2Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper and oregano.
3. 3Heat olive oil in an ovenproof dish over medium-high heat.
4. 4Brown the chicken thighs for 3 minutes each side, then set aside.
5. 5Add sliced garlic to the dish and cook for 1 minute.
6. 6Add the orzo, chicken stock, lemon zest and juice, stir well.
7. 7Nestle the chicken thighs back into the orzo.
8. 8Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9. 9Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through with no pink and the orzo is tender.
10. 10Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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