Chicken Mushroom Orzo

5 from 1 vote

This one-pot Chicken Mushroom Orzo recipe may look elaborate, but it comes together in no time using a short list of healthy ingredients. It’s a flavorful and hearty family dinner that’s naturally gluten free!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Total Time45

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Mushroom Orzo, Chicken Orzo, Gluten-Free Orzo

Servings: people

Author: Silvia Dunnirvine

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil divided
2 oz pancetta
1/2 onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 cup cremini or shiitake mushrooms sliced
8 oz sweet pimento or preserved peppers
1 cup gluten-free orzo
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups kale
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tbsp oregano
1/2 cup coconut milk or cream (optional)
1/2 lemon juice
fresh cilantro

Instructions

Season chicken with salt, pepper and oregano. Set aside
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large cast iron skillet then add in pancetta. Sauté for 1-2 minutes then push it aside.
Add chicken skin side down and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side. If your chicken is thin cook for 4-6 minutes each side. Transfer to a plate along with toasted pancetta.
To the skillet add remaining 1 tbsp oil along with onion, garlic and mushrooms. Sauté, stirring often until vegetables are soften. Add in sweet pimento and sauté for another couple minutes.
Next add in orzo and broth, give it a good stir. Nestle in the chicken, lower the heat, cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until orzo is cooked through.
When orzo is cooked, once again removed the chicken from skillet. Add kale and a splash of lemon juice. If you want more of a creamy orzo add coconut milk or cream if not dairy-free. Stir well. Add chicken back into the skillet. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

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