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algerian braised chicken with orzo

Recipe by
Jason Koch
Westland, MI

Pressure cookers introduced by French colonizers changed how Alergians prepared this traditionally slow-cooked dish.

method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

Ingredients For algerian braised chicken with orzo

  • 6 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 c
    orzo
  • 1 lb
    skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5" chunks
  • 3 clove
    garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 lg
    onion, sliced
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1 Tbsp
    tomato paste
  • 2
    bay leaves
  • 1 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    freshly ground pepper

How To Make algerian braised chicken with orzo

  • 1
    Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a pressure cooker over medium high heat. Add orzo and sauté 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until orzo begins to turn light brown. Spoon into a small bowl and set aside.
  • 2
    Heating remaining olive oil in pressure cooker over high heat. Add chicken, garlic, and onion and saute, stirring frequently, 6-8 minutes, or until chicken begins brown. Add remaining ingredients except browned orzo. Stir well.
  • 3
    Position the lid and lock in place. Bring to high pressure. Adjust heat to stabilize pressure and cook 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and lower pressure cooker under cold running water. Open cooker; season to taste.
  • 4
    Stir in the orzo. Position the lid and lock in place. Bring to high pressure. Adjust heat to stabilize pressure and cook 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and lower pressure by placing the pressure cooker under cold running water. Open the cooker. If the orzo is not tender, simmer, uncovered 2-3 minutes.

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