Chicken orzo in tomato sauce (kotopoulo kritharoto)

Chicken orzo in tomato sauce (kotopoulo kritharoto) is ready in 30 minutes (15 hands-on) and has 638 kcal and 39 g of protein per serving. One serving costs about $1.79. Prices from Walmart, 2026.

Chicken orzo in tomato sauce (kotopoulo kritharoto)
Total time
30 min
Hands-on
15 min
Calories
638 kcal
Cost per serving
$1.79

Ingredients (Serves: 2)

  • Boneless chicken thighs260 g
  • Orzo170 g
  • Crushed tomatoes (can)200 g
  • Onion100 g
  • Garlic6 g
  • Olive oil24 g
  • Dried oregano2 g
  • Parmesan (optional)20 g

Method

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into 3 cm pieces and season with salt, pepper and oregano. Chop the onion and garlic.

  2. Heat the olive oil in a wide pan over medium-high heat and brown the chicken for 5 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes.

  3. Add the canned tomatoes and 350 ml of water, bring to the boil, then stir in the orzo and a little salt.

  4. Cook over medium-low heat for 12 minutes, stirring often, until the orzo is tender and creamy, adding a splash of water if it gets dry.

  5. Serve hot with grated hard cheese on top if you like.

Nutrition per serving

Calories638 kcal
Protein39 g
Carbohydrates77 g
Sugars9 g
Fat19 g
Fiber6 g

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