algerian braised chicken with orzo

2 Pinches
Westland, MI
Updated on Jan 17, 2017

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

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method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1.5" chunks
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 - bay leaves
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

How To Make algerian braised chicken with orzo

  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 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.
  • Step 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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