Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs with Orzo Recipe: Bold Flavor! - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or boneless)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 lemon, zested
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)