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Sunday Table
May 29, 2025
One-pan dinners have been my jam lately and this creamy Tuscan chicken and orzo skillet is on repeat at my house. With Parmesan orzo, kale, sun-dried tomatoes, and seasoned chicken, this recipe is super easy and quick-to-make. Serve it for a simple weeknight dinner or elegant dinner party main. It's sooo good!
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19 Ingredients
HARD
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F.
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In a small bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and sage. Pat the chicken thighs dry and then sprinkle evenly with the spice mix, a generous amount of Kosher salt, and freshly-ground black pepper. Using clean hands, pat the rub into the chicken thighs.
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Next, heat the olive oil in a 12-inch, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook 5-6 minutes, until the skin is crisp and golden brown. The skin is ready when it easily releases from the pan. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes to sear the other side. Place the chicken thighs on a plate to rest while you make the orzo.
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Reduce the heat to medium. Add the shallot and cook until it’s soft, about 1 minute. Add the orzo and cook until it’s golden, another 2-3 minutes. Next, stir in the garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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Deglaze the pan with the white wine and reduce by half. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Boil until the orzo is halfway cooked, about 4-5 minutes. Then, pour in the heavy cream, Parmesan, kale, and sun-dried tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and stir well until the kale starts to wilt.
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Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the orzo. Pop the skillet in the oven and cook until the pasta is cooked through and the chicken reaches 165°F at the thickest part of the thigh, about 12-15 minutes.
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Garnish the chicken and orzo with extra Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon juice. Enjoy!
95.84 g
Carbs
28.41 g
Fat
39.71 g
Protein
1134.99 kcal
Calories
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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