Lemon Chicken Basil Orzotto
A one pot meal perfect for a busy night. Add shredded rotisserie chicken for a quick protein.
Course:
Main dish
Cuisine:
Italian
Keyword:
One Pot Meal, Orzotto
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup onion diced fine
- 1 1/2 cups orzo
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1/2 cup frozen petite green peas
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons basil leaves chiffonade
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
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In a big saucepan, heat the olive oil and add the onion. Saute until it's soft.
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Add the orzo and toast for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Gradually add the chicken stock, stirring frequently. Bring to a simmer, lower the heat, and cover. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until the liquid is almost absorbed into the orzo.
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Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, peas, parmesan, fresh basil, lemon zest, heavy cream, and lemon juice. Season the orzo with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.