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title: Low-Lift Romesco Chicken & Garlic Herb Orzo
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/low-lift-romesco-chicken-and-garlic-herb-orzo-6977d35cbcdfd65d69c2fbba
servings: 2
prep time: 5 minutes
cook time: 10 minutes
time required: 15 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Quick
  - Easy Cleanup
  - Easy Prep
  - One Pot
  - Protein Smart
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 776
source_chef: Sara Heilman
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: The romesco sauce impressed many with its smoky, unique taste, though some found it overpowering.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: This truly delivers on being low-lift, with most finding it quick and simple for busy weeknights.
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/low-lift-romesco-chicken-garlic-herb-orzo.avif"
---

Wash and dry all produce. Bring a #medium pot{} of salted water to a boil. Add @orzo pasta{1%cup} and cook until tender ~{6%minutes}. Drain well.

In a #large pan{} over medium-high heat, melt @garlic herb butter{2%tbsp}. Drain and pat dry @chopped chicken breast{12%oz}. Season with @savory paprika blend{1%tsp} and cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned ~{5%minutes}. Stir in @romesco sauce{⅓%cup} and heat through ~{1%minute}.

Meanwhile, empty @Mediterranean crunch salad kit{1%unit} into a #large bowl{}. Drizzle with the included dressing to taste and toss to coat. Thinly slice @scallions{2%units}.

Divide the cooked orzo between plates. Top with the romesco chicken and any remaining sauce from the pan. Garnish with @feta cheese{½%cup} and sliced scallions. Serve with the salad on the side.