One-Dish Chicken, Orzo, and Feta

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ⅔ cup or 4oz (115g) uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • ½ cup (40g) broccoli, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup (220ml) chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into medium size dice
  • Mint or parsley to serve

Preparation

  1. Add all the ingredients to the Anyday dish and stir to combine. Cover with lid (knob lifted).
  2. Cook at Power Level 8

    Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels. 

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    Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.

    For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.

    Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:

    PL 10 = 100% = High (default)

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    PL 1 = 10% = Low

    You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.

    for 15-16 minutes, or until all the liquid has evaporated and the pasta and chicken are cooked.
  3. Stir well to incorporate. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh mint or parsley and extra feta if desired.

Suggestions

  • Add chopped black olives to the orzo pasta while it cooks for a Mediterranean twist.
  • For some spice, sprinkle chili flakes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of store-bought breast or tenders drumsticks if thighs are unavailable.

Recipe Notes

  • When reheating leftovers, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of water into the dish to create steam and slightly loosen the sauce.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.

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