LEMON-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH ARUGULA SALAD AND DILLED ORZO

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Work on the orzo and salad while the chicken roasts-the whole meal will hit the table in about a half hour. When cut into small pieces and roasted at high heat, even bone-in chicken cooks quickly. Everyone will love this Lemon-Roasted Chicken with Arugula Salad and Dilled Orzo for dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into 10 pieces
6 garlic cloves, smashed
2 lemons, quartered
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 cup orzo
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
3 bunches arugula (12 to 16 ounces total), thick stems removed, washed well

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Set a large saucepan of water to boil.
  • On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss together chicken, garlic, lemons, oregano, and 1 teaspoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Roast chicken, skin side up, until golden and cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, generously salt boiling water. Add orzo, and cook until al dente; drain well, and return to saucepan. Add dill and 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper, and mix gently to combine.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. When chicken and orzo are ready, add arugula to bowl; toss to coat. Drizzle chicken with pan juices, and serve with lemon wedges, orzo, and arugula salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 733 g, Fat 38 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 59 g

qamar 5191
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salad and orzo were great sides.


Connibex One
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salad was light and refreshing.


N Selulu
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and arugula are a great contrast to the richness of the chicken.


Abdulaahi Mohamad2625
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Brian Hayford
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe is an exception. The lemon and herbs really brighten up the flavor of the chicken.


Zakia Bibi
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This is one of my favorite recipes. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the salad is refreshing and light.


mariam ndagire
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the salad and orzo are great sides.


Apekshya Nagarkoti
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Priti Panjwani
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This was my first time making roasted chicken and it turned out amazing! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Mitzi Houston
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The chicken was a bit bland and the salad was too acidic for my taste.


Giselle Jasso
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had to make several substitutions and it still didn't turn out very well.


Milans Vishwakarma
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken turned out dry and the salad was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Roger Fee
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the salad and orzo were great sides.


Malik Ramzan
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the salad was light and refreshing.


Henry Osmansesay
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and arugula are a great contrast to the richness of the chicken.


SweetkaosisbossGatey thisisit
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was juicy and the salad was refreshing. I would recommend this recipe to anyone.


Aida Elizondo
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The lemon and herbs really brightened up the flavor of the chicken.


Md rashadul Islam
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This lemon roasted chicken was a hit! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the arugula salad and dilled orzo were the perfect accompaniments. I will definitely be making this again.