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One-Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken Orzo (Creamy, Easy & Flavor-Packed)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 –5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 ½ cups chicken bone broth made by mixing Vitauthority Chicken Noodle Collagen Bone Broth powder with water or chicken broth
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika + 1 tablespoon all purpose seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach optional
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Sear the Chicken Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear until golden (3–4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
  • Build the Flavor In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Toast the Orzo Add orzo and toast for 1 minute to enhance flavor and texture.
  • Simmer Everything Together Pour in collagen bone broth, then add lemon zest and oregano. Bring to a simmer and return chicken to the pan. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
  • Finish with Lemon & Cheese Stir in fresh lemon juice, spinach, and Parmesan. The sauce will become silky and slightly creamy from the collagen broth.
  • Garnish and Serve Top with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.