Herbed Chicken Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes & Gremolata

Herbed Chicken Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes & Gremolata ingredients

• 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken cutlets (thin-sliced)
• 10 oz Orzo pasta
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
• 1 clove garlic (minced very fine)

How to make Herbed Chicken Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes & Gremolata

1. To prepare the Gremolata, combine the 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 1 very finely minced garlic clove in a small bowl. Stir them together until well mixed, then set aside.
2. Pat the 1.25 lbs chicken cutlets dry with paper towels and season them generously on both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the seasoned chicken cutlets and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until they are golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips or dicing.
4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
5. Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth and bring it to a rolling boil. Stir in the 10 oz orzo pasta, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. Stir in the 1 pint of halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill into the cooked orzo. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
7. Return the sliced or diced cooked chicken to the skillet with the orzo mixture. Toss everything gently to combine the ingredients and heat the chicken through.
8. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed to enhance the flavors.
9. Serve the herbed chicken orzo directly from the skillet or transfer it to individual bowls, then generously sprinkle each serving with the prepared Gremolata for a vibrant burst of fresh flavor and aroma.

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