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Greek Chicken Orzo Skillet Recipe

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This Greek Chicken Orzo Skillet is a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender rotisserie chicken, tender orzo pasta cooked in savory chicken stock, fresh spinach, tangy lemon, and creamy feta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect dish for a quick weeknight dinner with authentic Greek seasonings and optional Mediterranean toppings.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ tbsp butter
  • 2 large shallots, finely chopped (about ½ cup)
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1¾ cups chicken stock
  • 16 oz rotisserie chicken, skin removed and chopped into bite-size pieces (about 2 packed cups, breast meat preferred)
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tbsp Cavender's Greek seasoning
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Freshly chopped dill
  • Kalamata olives
  • Chopped Roma tomatoes
  • Roasted red peppers

Instructions

  1. Heat the fat and sauté shallots: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the shallots and sauté until translucent, about 1½ to 2 minutes.
  2. Toast the orzo and garlic: Add the dry, uncooked orzo to the skillet, stirring constantly until it turns lightly golden and toasty, about 2-3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and continue stirring for about 30 seconds to release its aroma.
  3. Cook the orzo in chicken stock: Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the skillet with a lid, and cook for 10-12 minutes until the stock is absorbed and the orzo is tender and fluffy.
  4. Add chicken, lemon, spinach, and seasoning: Stir in the chopped rotisserie chicken, lemon juice and zest, fresh baby spinach, and Cavender's Greek seasoning. Cover again and simmer for 1-2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and spinach is wilted.
  5. Incorporate feta and finish: Turn off the heat, sprinkle crumbled feta over the dish and gently stir it in to melt slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover to allow the feta to soften, garnish with fresh dill if desired, and serve with your favorite optional toppings such as kalamata olives, chopped tomatoes, or roasted red peppers.

Notes

  • Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds delicious flavor, but leftover cooked chicken can be substituted.
  • Be sure to cover the orzo while it simmers to allow proper absorption of the stock for fluffy pasta.
  • You can adjust the lemon juice amount to your taste for more tanginess.
  • Optional toppings like kalamata olives and roasted peppers add authentic Greek flair and extra texture.
  • This dish reheats well and can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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