LEMON-OLIVE CHICKEN WITH ORZO

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This quick skillet recipe is a healthy all-in-one meal. I just add a tossed salad for a menu the entire family loves. -Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 pound)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2/3 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
1/2 medium lemon, cut into 4 wedges
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides; remove from pan., Add broth to skillet; increase heat to medium-high. Cook 1-2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, stirring occasionally., Return chicken to pan. Cook, covered, 5-8 minutes or until pasta is tender and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ghareeb Tabah dai
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Overall, this was a good dish. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious, but it was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Peter Njuguna
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious.


Danny Osuna
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have preferred less salt in the sauce.


Ali m Bawerahmadzai
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was surprisingly good. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really made the dish.


Umrenaad Al Balushi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The chicken and orzo are both cooked in the same pot, which makes it a one-pot meal. The lemon and olive oil sauce is delicious and really makes the dish.


Fmatar 190
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really brought the dish together.


Lucky Avinash
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really made the dish.


Kimberly Quinones
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I would definitely make this dish again, but I would make a few changes. I would use less lemon juice in the sauce, and I would add some herbs, such as oregano or thyme.


Connie Trollope
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Overall, this was a good dish. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious, but it was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Dr Javed Gagrana Sial
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This dish was easy to make, but it was a bit bland. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful sauce.


Ashley Greenlee (Mrs.DrakoStar)
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious.


Jackson Ellsworth
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This dish was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a milder sauce.


kabitaa kafle
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was surprisingly good. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really made the dish.


Little Red
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are amazing. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Selena Ortiz
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the orzo was perfectly cooked. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really brought the dish together.


Fakorede Sarah
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The chicken was moist and juicy, and the orzo was cooked to perfection. The lemon and olive oil sauce added a nice tangy flavor. I would definitely make this again.


yxng JJ
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The lemon and olive oil sauce was delicious and really brought the dish together. I will definitely be making this again.


Rao King
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This lemon olive chicken with orzo was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the orzo was perfectly cooked. The lemon and olive oil added a bright and tangy flavor that really made the dish shine. I will definitely be making