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Greek baked orzo

A flavorful baked pasta dish with orzo, vegetables, and feta cheese.
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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 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 14 ounces diced fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 cups cooked chicken or chickpeas
  • 2.5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
  • 0.5 cup feta for topping (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons dill for topping (optional)
  • 1 unit lemon squeezies for serving (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion. Saute for 5 minutes or until soft.
  3. Add the garlic, red pepper, kale, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt. Saute for 5 minutes or until the kale is wilted.
  4. Add the tomato paste. Saute for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the orzo, canned tomatoes, chicken or chickpeas, and broth. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until the orzo is soft.
  7. Finish by stirring in butter, crumbling feta over the top, and dusting with some fresh dill, lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper.

Notes

Enjoy your flavorful Greek baked orzo!