One Pot Orzo and Chicken with Leek

Steps

1. 1Season the chicken1h

   Mix the dry seasoning (ground black pepper and garlic powder) in a bowl and sprinkle over the chicken. Leave the chicken in the fridge uncovered for an hour or more.

   Leaving the chicken uncovered in the fridge helps the skin dry out, which will make it crispier when seared

   ChickenBlack pepperGarlic powder
2. 2Brown the chicken13 min

   Heat oil in a pan over medium high heat and add the butter. Now brown the chicken skin side down and cook 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes.

   ChickenOlive oilButter
3. 3Sauté leeks and orzo4 min

   Remove chicken from the pan. Then lower the heat to medium low. Add in the chopped leeks and garlic. Sauté for a few minutes then add in the orzo. Roast it for a minute.

   Olive oilLeekOrzo
4. 4Deglaze and add liquids1 min

   Deglaze with the white wine and add the heavy cream and chicken stock. Add in the chopped tarragon, red chili powder, and black pepper and continue cooking for a minute.

   White wineHeavy creamChicken stockTarragon
5. 5Simmer until cooked17m 30s

   Return the chicken back in the pan and continue cooking in low heat for 20-15 minutes or until the orzo is soft and the chicken is fully cooked.

   ChickenOrzo
6. 6Garnish and serve

   Garnish with more tarragon and squeeze in lemon juice. Enjoy!

   Lemon juiceTarragon