mediterranean artichoke chicken with orzo
This was adapted from one of those 5 Ingredients cookbooks, but I changed and added to it. Instead of 4 chicken breasts, if they are large, slice the long way while partially frozen. Saves pounding, too!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 4 - chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 6 ounces jar marinated artichoke hearts
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock (or equivalent water plus chicken bouillon)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 8 ounces orzo pasta (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 tablespoon capers
- - salt and pepper to taste
How To Make mediterranean artichoke chicken with orzo
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Step 1Pound chicken breasts to flatten evenly. Season with pepper.
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Step 2Drain artichoke hearts, set aside, save marinade.
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Step 3Bring 1/4 cup marinade to boil in large skillet. Ad chicken and cook over medium heat until lightly browned.
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Step 4Add artichokes, broth, pepper flakes, remaining marinade and orzo. Bring to boil, lower heat, cover and cook until chicken and orzo are done. Add lemon juice and capers. If too much liquid remains, boil another minute to reduce a bit OR add liquid if too dry!!
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Step 5Serving idea: serve with steamed Italian (flat) green beans.
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Category:
Chicken
Keyword:
#artichokes
Keyword:
#orzo
Keyword:
#capers
Ingredient:
Chicken
Culture:
Mediterranean
Method:
Stove Top
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