Mexican Chicken Orzo Bake Recipe - Tablespoon.com

Mexican Chicken Orzo Bake Recipe - Tablespoon.com

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This riff on arroz con pollo uses rice-shaped orzo pasta and easy boneless skinless chicken thighs for a flavorful dinner that’s sure to please kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (1 1/3 cups)
  • 1/2 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup diced white onion
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
  • 3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese (purchase later if freezing orzo bake for a later date)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves (purchase later if freezing orzo bake for a later date)

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