Greek Baked Orzo

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Total Time

50 minutes

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Rating

(82)

Ingredients

4-6 servings

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 cups chopped kale
2 teaspoons dried oregano
a tiny pinch of red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup uncooked orzo
one 14-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1–2 cups cooked chicken or chickpeas
2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1–2 tablespoons butter (optional)
1/2 cup feta for topping (optional)
3 tablespoons dill for topping (optional)
lemon squeezies for serving (optional)

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Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes or until soft.

Step 3

Add the garlic, red pepper, kale, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Sauté for 5 minutes or until the kale is wilted.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the orzo, canned tomatoes, chicken or chickpeas, and broth. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Bake for 10-15 minutes until the orzo is soft.

Step 7

Finish by stirring in butter, crumbling feta over the top, and dusting with fresh dill, lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper.

Chef’s notes

If you want the feta to get soft, crumble it and put it back in the oven for 5 minutes before serving.

The orzo might stick to the bottom of the pan, but it should release with some gentle pressure.

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