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Greek baked orzo

A delicious baked orzo dish with feta, lemon, and fresh herbs, inspired by Greek flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 0.5 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 0.125 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cups uncooked orzo
  • 1 can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 to 2.0 cooked chicken or chickpeas
  • 2.5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoons butter (optional)
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 lemon lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Add minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, chopped kale, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes until kale wilts.
  4. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add uncooked orzo, fire-roasted tomatoes, cooked chicken or chickpeas, and broth. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until orzo is tender.
  7. Finish by stirring in butter (if using), crumbling feta over the top, and sprinkling with dill. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

This Greek-inspired baked orzo is perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, topped with fresh herbs and feta.