Za'atar Lemon Chicken Orzo

Our Za'atar Lemon Chicken Orzo is hearty and satisfying dish with savory zaatar seasoning and bright lemon.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Greek

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Servings

Calories 587kcal

Season the chicken thighs with two tablespoons of za'atar and a tablespoon of olive oil.
Dice the onion and garlic. Cut off the white hard ends from the asparagus and then cut them into two or three pieces.
Place a large pot or Dutch oven over high heat. When the pot is hot, lower heat to medium high.
Add the olive oil and the chicken.
Sear chicken on both sides for about 4 minutes per side. Avoid to move the chicken around too much. Allow it to get a nice color on both sides.
Transfer chicken pieces to a plate.
Add the onion and garlic in the same pot. Stir and scrap the bottom with a wooden spoon to lift the fond (caramelized chicken and fat pieces stuck at the bottom of the pot full of flavor).
Cook until they are softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the orzo and toast it with the onion and garlic for one minute.
Add the broth, juice from one lemon and the asparagus tips.
Return the chicken and all the accumulated juices to the pot, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
Add more lemon juice if you like and season with sea salt and pepper to taste.
Serve in bowls with chopped dill, chili flakes, and lemon zest on top.
Add bowls with lemon wedges around the table.

Nutritional Info – Please remember that the nutritional information provided is only estimated and can vary based on the products used.