MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN ORZO

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Orzo pasta with chicken, olives and herbes de Provence has the bright flavors of Mediterranean cuisine. Here's a bonus: Leftovers reheat really well! -Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1 cup sliced pitted green olives
1 cup sliced pitted ripe olives
1 large carrot, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

Steps:

  • In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken, pasta and vegetables are tender, adding orzo during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Neneh Jalloh
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used less salt in the sauce.


Barsat Barsat
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was surprisingly good! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice blend of herbs and spices.


Raja Usman Liaqat
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice tangy flavor.


shreya niraula
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice balance of flavors.


Traci Hardy
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The chicken was a little dry and the sauce was lacking in flavor. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had added some more spices and herbs.


Ahmadzeb
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I'm always looking for new and easy weeknight meals, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken and orzo were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again!


Yousif Elregeiba
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked to perfection. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice blend of herbs and spices.


Nikole Franco
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice tangy flavor.


andrew mcdowall
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this dish changed my mind! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the orzo was al dente. The sauce was also delicious, with a nice balance of flavors.


Igor Salomi
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, so it's a great way to cle


Sapana Pun
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the orzo was perfectly cooked. The sauce was also delicious, with just the right amount of tang and sweetness.


2P LOL Gamer
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This Mediterranean chicken orzo is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, the orzo is cooked to perfection, and the vegetables add a nice crunch and freshness. I especially love the tan