Chicken in a Pot with Lemon Orzo

Nutrition Information

165 Calories
45g Carbohydrates
9g Protein
328mg Potassium
6g Fiber
8g Sugar

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (approx. 3 1/2 pounds)

  • 3 fat cloves of garlic 

  • 2 medium carrots (about 10 ounces)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 lemons

  • 2 teaspoons dried tarragon (or dried thyme)

  • 2 medium leeks (approx. 5 cups sliced, white parts only)

  • 2 teaspoons flaky sea salt or kosher salt (or 1 teaspoon fine sea salt)

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 6 cups cold water

  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped Italian parsley, plus more for serving

  • Freshly grated Parmesan, to serve

Directions