Ina Garten Crispy Chicken With Lemon Orzo Recipe
If you want a fresh, comforting and elegant meal, this Ina Garten Crispy Chicken With Lemon Orzo Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Lemon Orzo
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Season Chicken
- Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and paprika.
Cook Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken skin-side down for 6–8 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook another 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.
Rest Chicken
- Remove chicken and let it rest while preparing orzo.
Cook Orzo
- In a pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook until tender.
Add Flavor
- Stir in butter, lemon juice, lemon zest and Parmesan cheese.
Add Herbs
- Mix in fresh parsley and adjust salt and pepper.
Serve
- Place orzo on a plate and top with crispy chicken.
Garnish
- Add extra parsley or lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts for a leaner option
- Add spinach or peas to the orzo
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor
- Finish chicken in the oven if needed
- Add garlic to orzo for extra flavor
- Use olive oil instead of butter for lighter version
- Sprinkle extra Parmesan before serving