PRESSURE-COOKER MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN ORZO

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Orzo pasta with chicken, olives and herbes de Provence has the bright flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Here's a bonus: Leftovers reheat well. -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup sliced pitted green olives, drained
1 cup sliced pitted ripe olives, drained
1 large carrot, halved lengthwise and chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients; stir to combine. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 8 minutes. Quick-release pressure., Add orzo. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on low for 3 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 4 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. Let stand 8-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Nilavani Vani
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This dish has potential, but it needs some tweaking.


chyasir 918
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I would make this dish again, but I would make some changes to the recipe.


Soul Snxper
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Overall, I thought this dish was just okay.


Md Joy (Soikat)
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste.


Semambo Ericson
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I found the orzo to be a bit too al dente.


Umer Rasheed
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The chicken was a bit dry.


Mpho Moloi
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


GSG GSG
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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. I would definitely make this dish again.


kazuma
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can just throw everything in the pressure cooker and walk away. The chicken always comes out tender and juicy, and the orzo is cooked perfectly.


Chaks Cell
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the orzo is fluffy and flavorful. I love the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts, which add a nice touch of flavor and t


Rayyan Abdallah
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken and orzo cook together in the pressure cooker, so there's no need to babysit the pot. The flavors are also delicious, with a nice balance of herbs and spices.


Meherabhasan atul
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Anjum bibi
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This Mediterranean chicken orzo is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. The combination of flavors is delicious, and the dish is sure to please ever