One-Pan Lemon Chicken Risoni with Vegetables

This one-pan lemon chicken risoni with vegetables is a delicious, comforting, and easy-to-make meal that combines tender chicken, flavourful risoni, and fresh vegetables, all cooked in a zesty lemon sauce.

Ingredients

• 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup risoni
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 zucchini, diced (peel if desired)
• 1 red capsicum, diced
• 1.5 cups chicken stock
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano (or thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)

Method

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside (it will finish cooking later).

Step 3

In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, red capsicum and zucchini. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 4

Stir in the risoni and cook for 1 minute to lightly toast it. Then add the chicken stock, lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Nestle the seared chicken back into the pan on top of the risoni and vegetables. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer on low heat for 12-15 minutes or until the risoni is tender and the chicken is fully cooked. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

During the last 3 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas and allow them to cook through.

Step 7

Once the risoni is cooked and the chicken is done, remove the pan from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with optional lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavour.

Step 8

This dish works well when served with a light salad or some crusty bread.

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