Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breasts
• Equal Parts: Garlic & Herb seasoning, Smoked paprika, and Lemon pepper seasoning
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cups dry orzo
• 3½ cups chicken stock
• Garlic, salt & pepper, to taste
• 1-2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the chicken generously with olive oil, Garlic & Herb seasoning, smoked paprika, and lemon pepper.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, sear the chicken on both sides until browned, then remove and set aside. (It won't fully be cooked.)

3. 3

   Add butter and onion to the skillet. Cook until the onion begins to soften and the brown bits have been scraped from the bottom.

5. 4

   Add the orzo, chicken stock, and Dijon mustard. Stir to combine and bring to a boil. Add salt and pepper to taste.

6. 5

   Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it back to the skillet.

7. 6

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

9. 7

   Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan, and lemon juice.

10. 8

    Add fresh parsley and serve!