Description
Tray-Baked Chicken Marylands with Risoni is a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken Marylands with flavorful risoni pasta, vegetables, and a savory sauce. This easy and comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious and hassle-free dinner option.
Ingredients
Chicken Marylands:
- 4 chicken Marylands (thigh and drumstick attached)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Risoni Mixture:
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup risoni (or orzo) pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease a large baking tray or roasting pan.
- Prepare Chicken: Rub chicken Marylands with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Place on the tray and bake for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Risoni Mixture: In a bowl, combine risoni, onion, garlic, and red bell pepper with olive oil.
- Add Broth: Remove the tray from the oven, pour chicken broth over the risoni mixture, and nestle it around the chicken.
- Continue Baking: Return the tray to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and risoni is tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can add zucchini or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
- For a creamier risoni, stir in a tablespoon of cream or grated cheese.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European/Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken Maryland with risoni
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
