One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo

Name: One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lb. bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (4 to 6 thighs); 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 Tbsp. kosher salt, divided; 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium shallot, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups dry orzo; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 heaping tbsp. capers; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth and/or water; 5 oz. baby spinach; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 4 oz. feta, broken into large pieces; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; Chopped fresh dill and parsley, for serving

Having easy, one-pan dinners in your back pocket is the key to looking like a hero come mealtime, especially on busy days. This dish is the perfect example: Chicken, orzo, spinach, and feta come together into a complete meal that's quick enough for a weeknight, but beautiful enough to serve to friends at a dinner party.

Glycemic Load: 16.5 (Medium)

1069 calories per serving

Serves: 6

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 35 mins

Original recipe: www.delish.com

About This Calculation

One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Orzo has a medium glycemic load of 16.5 per serving — moderate blood sugar impact — portion size and meal composition matter.

The primary glycemic load contributors are orzo pasta dry (GL 16.1), shallot (GL 0.1), heavy cream (GL 0.1). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.