One Pot Garlic Butter Chicken and Orzo
This one pot garlic butter chicken orzo is a super simple weeknight meal that is ridiculously delicious. Golden chicken thighs, buttery orzo, all cooked together until tender and juicy. Top with fresh herbs and enjoy a delightful meal!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 pound uncooked orzo
- 4 garlic cloves, (minced)
- 32 ounces chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- chopped fresh parsley, (for topping)
- parmesan cheese, (for topping)
Directions
- 1
Heat the 3 tablespoons of butter in a large cast iron or ceramic skillet over medium heat. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.
- 2
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook on both sides until deeply golden, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Once both sides are done, transfer to a plate.
- 3
There should be a bit of butter or chicken grease left in the skillet. If not, add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil. Add the orzo and stir, so it’s all coated. Stir in the garlic. Cook, stirring often, so the orzo toasts and turns a bit golden. It will also be very fragrant.
- 4
Pour the stock in with the orzo. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the pan with the stock and orzo. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce it to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the chicken reaches 165 degrees F internally. I suggest checking about 12 to 15 minutes and going from there - because this will differ based on how high your “simmer” is.
- 5
Drizzle with the extra melted butter. Top with chopped fresh parsley and parmesan. Serve immediately!