Orzo Con Pollo

Deliciously seasoned with the bold flavors of saffron and cumin to make a satisfying meal

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Total Time:
50 mins
Serves 6

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp vegetable oil

6 each chicken thighs and legs, bone in

2 1/4 cups chicken broth, divided

1 1/2 tsps ground cumin powder

1 tsp garlic salt

1/4 tsp saffron

1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce

6 oz Prince^® Orzo

2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes

2/3 cup frozen peas

2/3 cup green bell pepper, diced

4 Tbsps diced pimiento, drained

Cooking Directions:

1. In Dutch oven over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken pieces; cook until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes.

2. Add 1 cup chicken broth; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 10 minutes.

3. Stir seasonings into remaining chicken broth; add to chicken. Heat to boiling.

4. Stir in uncooked pasta. Reduce heat; cover. Simmer 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

5. Stir in vegetables; cover and cook 5 minutes or until pasta is tender and liquid is absorbed.