Creamy orzo with tender chicken, sweet peas, fresh mint and lemon for a light but satisfying one-pan dinner.
Chicken, Pea & Mint Orzo
Description
Creamy orzo with tender chicken, sweet peas, fresh mint and lemon for a light but satisfying one-pan dinner.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat the oil in a deep frying pan and cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
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Cook the onion for 4 minutes, then add the garlic and orzo and stir for 1 minute.
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Pour in the stock and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
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Return the chicken and add the peas. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the orzo is tender and chicken cooked through.
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Stir in the lemon zest and juice, Parmesan and mint. Season and serve.
Note
Add a splash of hot water or stock if the orzo becomes too thick before it is tender.
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