One Pot Lemon Orzo Chicken (Cuban-Inspired)

Steps

1. 1Season + sear: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and sazón. Set the pan to medium high/high heat, add the olive oil, and gently lower the chicken in to sear skin side down. Allow it to really brown up, which will take 7-8 minutes depending on your stove. Flip over, and allow it to cook on the other side for about 2-3 minute and then Remove and set aside. We do not need to cook it through at this point.
2. 2Build the Flavor: add the onions and season them with salt and pepper. Allow the onions to cook to almost transparent, and push them aside. Add the garlic and allow it to brown slightly before mixing it back in with the onions.
3. 3Toast the Orzo: Add the orzo, and mix well. Allow the orzo to be covered with the onion/garlic mixture and toast up for 1-2 minutes.
4. 4Add the liquids: Add in your broth, lemon juice and zest. Mix everything well and allow it to come to a good boil.
5. 5Add the chicken: nestle your chicken back into the pan, in between the orzo. Give the bottom another good mix, make sure nothing is sticky.
6. 6Cover and Simmer: cover the pot, bring the heat to a medium low setting, and allow it to simmer 10-12 minutes.
7. 7Add in your cheese u0026 extra veggies: add in your parmesan chopped spinach, peas, and parsley.
8. 8Serve and enjoy!