Best 6 Baked Chicken And Garlic Orzo Recipes
Baked chicken and garlic orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor and made in one pan for simple cleanup. Whether you're a novice or an experienced chef, understanding the art of making this delightful dish is worthwhile. In this guide, we'll delve into the secrets of crafting a tender and juicy chicken, complemented by a rich and flavorful garlic orzo.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GARLIC-BUTTER ORZO CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Find 20 minutes and this luscious, Caprese salad-inspired, chicken casserole can be tonight's dinner. The trick to the quick prep is coating the raw ingredients with rich and aromatic seasonings before baking. The chicken breasts get rubbed with olive oil, Italian seasoning and a dash of red pepper flakes and placed atop a garlicky, buttery bed of orzo and tomatoes. Then the casserole gets sealed up tight with foil, so the flavors can concentrate and meld in the oven. It won't take long before you're enjoying the savory aroma-and flavor-of this dish!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Spread uncooked orzo evenly in baking dish.
- Add broth, melted butter, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper to orzo in baking dish; stir. Spread tomatoes evenly over mixture.
- In large bowl, mix oil, Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the red pepper flakes. Add chicken; turn to coat. Place chicken evenly over tomatoes; cover with foil. Bake 55 to 65 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut, and chicken and mixture are both heated to at least 165°F in center.
- Remove foil, and sprinkle chicken with mozzarella cheese; bake uncovered 5 to 7 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Chicken Breast and About 1 Cup Orzo, Sodium 970 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
GARLIC CHICKEN WITH ORZO NOODLES
This is a simple recipe with a spicy kick for garlic lovers. It is my combination of a much loved linguine and clam sauce dish and a recent introduction to orzo pasta. I have several variations for this recipe. Add more red pepper for extra spice. Substitute the chicken for clams or shrimp. Substitute the spinach leaves for diced tomatoes. I've also added spices such as basil, rosemary and oregano bringing a distinct Italian flavor to the dish.
Provided by VBRAUER671
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the garlic and red pepper 1 minute, until garlic is golden brown. Stir in chicken, season with salt, and cook 2 to 5 minutes, until lightly browned and juices run clear. Reduce heat to medium, and mix in the parsley and cooked orzo. Place spinach in the skillet. Continue cooking 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 38.1 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 164.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
BAKED CHICKEN AND GARLIC ORZO
A delicious one-dish meal that is a good variation from chicken with rice. We really like the orzo pasta.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
- Heat over high heat until hot.
- Add chicken breast halves.
- Brown meat side down, 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned; set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium-high; add wine.
- Stir with a flat spatula, scraping brown bits from bottom of pan.
- Cook 30 seconds or until slightly reduced; set aside.
- Spray 9-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add pasta, onions, garlic, parsley, oregano, chicken broth, water and wine mixture; stir.
- Place chicken breasts on top.
- Sprinkle lightly with paprika and lemon pepper.
- Bake, uncovered, 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Remove chicken.
- Add salt and olive oil to baking pan; mix well.
- Place chicken on top.
- Serve.
GREEK LEMON CHICKEN AND ORZO CASSEROLE
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- For the orzo: Whisk together the stock, butter, salt, cornstarch, dill, lemon zest and juice and garlic in a bowl. Mix in the orzo.
- For the chicken: In a separate bowl, mix together the coriander, salt and pepper. Coat the chicken all over with the seasoning.
- Pour the stock/orzo mixture into a glass 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the chicken breasts, laying them at an angle so all but the tops of the breasts are submerged. Shingle the lemon slices in between the chicken breasts.
- Bake, uncovered, until the chicken registers an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 35 to 40 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes. Top with the chopped parsley before serving.
LEMON CHICKEN WITH ORZO
Here's a dish that's light and summery but still filling. My kids love all the veggies...for real! If you like a lot of lemon, stir in an extra splash of lemon juice just before serving. -Shannon Humphrey, Hampton, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour and garlic powder. Cut chicken into 1-1/2-in. pieces; pound each with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Dip both sides of chicken in flour mixture to coat lightly; shake off excess., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and chicken is no longer pink. Remove from pan; keep warm. Wipe skillet clean., In same pan, bring broth to a boil; stir in orzo. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until tender. Stir in spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice, basil and remaining salt; remove from heat. Return chicken to pan. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 807mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GARLIC CHICKEN
Simple to make, just dip and bake! Garlicky goodness in a breaded chicken dish. Yum!
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Heat olive oil and garlic in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer garlic and oil to a shallow bowl.
- Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in a separate shallow bowl.
- Dip chicken breasts in the olive oil-garlic mixture using tongs; transfer to bread crumb mixture and turn to evenly coat. Transfer coated chicken to a shallow baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink and juices run clear, 30 to 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 72.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 261.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before starting to cook, ensure all ingredients are prepped and measured. This will make the cooking process smoother and faster.
- Choose the right orzo: For this recipe, it's best to use a small or medium-sized orzo pasta, such as risoni or kritharaki. These types of orzo will hold their shape well and won't become mushy when cooked.
- Don't overcook the orzo: Orzo should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it. Overcooked orzo will become soft and mushy, ruining the texture of the dish.
- Use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet: A well-seasoned cast-iron skillet will help to evenly brown the chicken and prevent it from sticking. If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a regular skillet but be sure to grease it well.
- Be patient when browning the chicken: Don't rush the process of browning the chicken. Cook it over medium heat and allow it to develop a nice golden-brown crust before flipping. This will help to lock in the flavor and juices.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth used in this recipe plays a big role in the overall flavor of the dish. Use a high-quality, flavorful broth, such as homemade chicken broth or a low-sodium store-bought broth.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: When adding the orzo to the skillet, don't overcrowd it. This will prevent the orzo from cooking evenly and may cause it to clump together.
- Let the dish rest before serving: Once the dish is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the orzo to absorb any remaining broth.
Conclusion:
This Baked Chicken and Garlic Orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make one-pot meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, the orzo is cooked to perfection, and the garlic and herbs add a wonderful depth of flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
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