# Creamy lemony chicken, bacon & leek orzo

One pot comfort food with over 50g protein per serving.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 200 g bacon lardons
- 2 whole chicken breast
- 1 tsp garlic granules
- 1 tsp mixed herbs
- 1 tsp onion granules
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 whole leek, finely sliced
- 2 whole garlic clove, minced
- 240 g orzo
- 1 litre chicken stock
- 50 ml double cream
- 2 handfuls spinach
- 40 g parmesan, finely grated
- 1 whole lemon
- black pepper (optional)

## Instructions

1. Heat a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat and cook the bacon lardons for 4–5 minutes until golden and crispy.
2. Add the diced chicken to the pan along with the seasonings and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
3. Stir in the sliced leek and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
4. Stir the dry orzo into the pan to coat it in the juices.
5. Pour in the chicken stock gradually, bringing it to a gentle simmer, and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent sticking.
6. Once the orzo is cooked and most liquid is absorbed, stir through the spinach and cook until wilted.
7. Reduce the heat, stir in the double cream and Parmesan, and finish by adding the lemon zest and juice.
8. Divide into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan, black pepper, and lemon if desired.

## Equipment

- large deep frying pan

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdOjdPXIeDQ/?stkn=OTQ4MHU5ZTRveThs
- Creator: Elizabeth (Lilly) Assender
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/a0ee8dc9-286b-46a1-ab91-7d0bf99ac8b1
- Extracted: 2026-09-25

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