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September 13, 2023 · Leave a Comment

Pumpkin Orzo and Pan Seared Chicken Thighs

30 minutes or less· Autumn/Thanksgiving· Pasta· Poultry· Recipes

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This pumpkin orzo and pan seared chicken thighs recipe is simple to make and perfect for fall. You can have this on the table and ready to eat in under half an hour.

This is a delicately balanced dish that is ideal for a family meal or a special dinner party. The list of ingredients may look long but most of them are spices that you likely already have on hand.

Pumpkin Orzo and Pan Seared Chicken Thighs
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Pumpkin Orzo and Pan Seared Chicken Thighs

Yield: 4 servings

Prep: 5 min

Cook: 20 min

Total: 25 min

EQUIPMENT

Large skillet

Wooden spoon

Measuring cups

INGREDIENTS  

2-3 tbsp olive oil 

4 chicken thighs

½ tsp onion powder

½ tsp garlic powder

½ tsp black pepper

½ tsp kosher salt

½ tsp seasoned salt 

1/4 cup onion, diced 

1 cup orzo

1/4 cup white cooking wine 

2 cups  chicken stock

1/3 cup pumpkin puree

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese 

Fresh parsley for garnish; you may want to serve with additional Parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS 

Add half of the seasoning to the chicken, reserving the rest for later.

In a large skillet, heat 2-3 tablespoons olive oil and sear the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side so that it has a nice golden color. 

Remove from pan and remove from pan and set aside. 

Sauté onions in a tablespoon of butter and tsp olive oil until fragrant. 

Next add in the orzo and toast. 

Once orzo is fully coated in the flavor, deglaze the pan with white wine.

Whisk in the chicken stock and pumpkin puree over medium heat

Add in the remaining seasonings and stir until combined. Taste to make sure flavors are balanced, adding a little salt if necessary.

Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and add in the parmesan cheese and stir frequently.

The sauce will begin to thicken. The orzo needs to cook until tender (about 4-5 minutes). Make sure you keep stirring frequently to prevent any sticking or burning. Add the chicken back in to coat with orzo and sauce and warm it back up.

Pumpkin Orzo and Pan Seared Chicken Thighs

This pumpkin orzo and pan seared chicken thighs recipe is simple to make and perfect for fall. You can have this on the table and ready to eat in under half an hour.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American/Canadian
Servings 4
Calories 544 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 chicken thighs
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp season salt
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1/4 cup white cooking wine
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add half of the seasoning to the chicken, reserve the rest for later.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2-3 tbsp olive oil and sear the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side so that it has a nice golden color.
  • Remove from pan and remove from pan and set aside.
  • Sauté onions in a tablespoon of butter and tsp olive oil until fragrant.
  • Next add in the orzo and toast.
  • Once orzo is fully coated in the flavor, deglaze the pan with white wine.
  • Whisk in the chicken stock and pumpkin puree over medium heat
  • Add in the remaining seasonings and stir until combined, taste to make sure flavors are balanced, add a little salt if necessary.
  • Once bubbling, reduce the heat to low and add in the parmesan cheese and stir every couple mins.
  • The sauce will begin to thicken and the orzo needs to cook until tender (about 4-5 mins) make sure you are stirring frequently to prevent any sticking or burning.

Nutrition

Calories: 544kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 29gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 954mgPotassium: 531mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3325IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 2mg
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