Ingredients
Onion. I used red onions but any onion can be used. Fresh garlic cloves. Sundried tomatoes. I use sundried tomatoes in oil. Baby spinach. Orzo pasta. Any pasta rice can be substituted. Use gluten-free orzo/pasta rice if required. Chicken stock/chicken broth. Fresh basil. Other fresh herbs like parsley, oregano or thyme can be used instead. Chicken thighs. Any bone-in cut of chicken will work for this recipe. Salt and black pepper.
How to cook orzo pasta with chicken thighs
Can I add anything else to this recipe?
Veggies like bell peppers and mushrooms are great in one pan dinners like this one. Sauté the vegetables with the onions and garlic before adding the orzo.
Can I make this ahead?
This recipe is definitely best served straight after cooking but leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave. I wouldn’t recommend freezing as the texture of the orzo can change once thawed.
Orzo pasta recipes
Orzo works incredibly well in pasta salads and make a great side dish for almost any protein. I love using it in one dish dinners too.
