Chicken Thighs and Orzo Recipe

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Ingredients:

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4 oz pancetta or 4 slices bacon, chopped
olive oil
6 skinless chicken thighs
2 (14 1/2 oz) cans diced tomatoes with onion and garlic
1 cup dried orzo pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup water
1/3 cup kalamata olive
1/4 cup fresh basil , torn
1 (6 oz) bag baby spinach leaves
3 oz garlic and herb goat cheese (about 1/3 cup)

Directions:

In a 5 to 6 quart Dutch oven, cook pancetta until browned. Remove pancetta, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings (add olive oil if necessary to equal 2 tablespoons.) Drain meat on paper towels & set aside.
Brown chicken in drippings about 10 minutes, turning to brown evenly. Drain off fat.
Add undrained tomatoes, orzo, garlic & 1 cup water. Bring to a boil & reduce heat.
Simmer, covered, 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is done (180ºF on meat thermometer) & orzo is tender.
If necessary, cook an additional 2-3 minutes uncovered to thicken the pan sauce.
Stir in pancetta, olives and basil & heat through.
To serve, divide spinach among 6 plates. Top each with a thigh, some of the orzo mixture & some of the cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	116.45 Kcal (488 kJ)
Calories from fat	67.77 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.53g	12%
Cholesterol	9.44mg	3%
Sodium	301.27mg	13%
Potassium	135.8mg	3%
Total Carbs	8.74g	3%
Sugars	1.16g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.77g	3%
Protein	3.64g	7%
Vitamin C	5.5mg	9%
Iron	0.3mg	2%
Calcium	36mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	93.21 Kcal (390 kJ)
Calories from fat	54.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.03g	12%
Cholesterol	7.55mg	3%
Sodium	241.14mg	13%
Potassium	108.7mg	3%
Total Carbs	7g	3%
Sugars	0.93g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.62g	3%
Protein	2.91g	7%
Vitamin C	4.4mg	9%
Iron	0.3mg	2%
Calcium	28.8mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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