One-pot orzo and chicken with leek

Steps9

1. 1

   Step 1. Season the chicken

   1 h

   Mix the dry seasoning in a bowl and sprinkle over the chicken. Leave the chicken in the fridge uncovered for an hour or more.

   Chicken thighBlack pepperGarlic powderSalt
2. 2

   Step 2. Brown the chicken

   12 min

   Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat and add the butter. Brown the chicken skin side down and cook 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes.

   Olive oil3 tbsp of 6.5 tbspChicken thigh
3. 3

   Step 3. Remove the chicken

   Remove the chicken from the pan.

   Chicken thigh
4. 4

   Step 4. Sauté the leeks

   Lower the heat to medium low. Add the chopped leeks and garlic and sauté for a few minutes.

   Olive oil3.5 tbsp of 6.5 tbsp
5. 5

   Step 5. Toast the orzo

   1 min

   Add the orzo and roast it for a minute.

6. 6

   Step 6. Deglaze and add liquids

   Deglaze with the white wine and add the heavy cream and chicken stock.

7. 7

   Step 7. Add the seasonings

   1 min

   Add the chopped tarragon, red chili powder, and black pepper and continue cooking for a minute.

8. 8

   Step 8. Return the chicken

   17m 30s

   Return the chicken back in the pan and continue cooking in low heat for 20-15 minutes or until the orzo is soft and the chicken is fully cooked.

   Chicken thigh
9. 9

   Step 9. Garnish and squeeze lemon

   Garnish with more tarragon and squeeze in lemon juice.