Mediterranean Lemon Herb Chicken with Orzo

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 150 g Orzo pasta
• 100 g Cherry tomatoes
• 30 g Kalamata olives
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley(optional)
• ½ tsp Salt
• ¼ tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; coat chicken and let marinate 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Cook orzo in salted water until al dente, drain and set aside.

3. 3

   Sear chicken thighs skin‑side down in a skillet over medium‑high heat 5‑6 minutes, flip and cook another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add cherry tomatoes and olives, cover, and simmer 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

5. 5

   Stir in cooked orzo, garnish with parsley, and serve.