š„ What Makes This Recipe So Good
This greek chicken skillet is full of irresistible flavor! From the deliciously seasoned and seared chicken thighs, to the tender orzo thatās laced with crumbly feta, kalamata olives, and fresh spinach throughout. Every bite is comforting and hearty, without making you feel weighed down. Even the pickiest of eaters will love this dish! This skillet meal comes together in no time at all, with no difficult steps involved! Just sear the chicken thighs, then cook the rest of the dish until the orzo is tender. Ok, thereās a few more steps than that, but it really couldnāt be easier to make! Because this greek chicken skillet is cooked in one pan, it means thereās hardly any clean-up required! This quick and easy meal is sure to become a new go-to for busy weeknights, or even serving company.
š©š¼āš³ Chefās Tips
The trick to perfectly browned chicken thighs in this greek chicken skillet is to leave the chicken alone once you place them in the skillet. Once browned, the skin should release from the pan super easily. If it sticks to the skillet or you have to put more effort into prying it up, itās not ready yet. Allow the chicken to sear for another minute, then try again. If you force the chicken thighs to flip over too soon, that deliciously crispy skin will stick to the pan! As I always suggest with any chicken recipe, use an internal meat thermometer. Itās more reliable and way less frustrating than going only by cook times. Using a meat thermometer ensures you have fully cooked chicken, and prevents you from overcooking or drying out the chicken. Fully cooked chicken reaches an internal temperature of 170Ā° Fahrenheit. The secret to perfectly cooked chicken is to stop cooking once it reaches 165Ā°. The chicken thighs will continue cooking as they rest, reaching the fully cooked temperature. Not sure what pan to use for this greek chicken skillet? Of course, you can use any deep pan, but I prefer using a deep cast-iron skillet. Cast-iron skillets are great at maintaining and holding the stovetop heat, which helps to ensure perfectly golden chicken thighs!
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