posted by scooby 03-14-99 12:58 PM
Baked Chicken with Orzo
2 lbs. chicken pieces
olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup kasseri or kefalotiri cheese, grated
7 cups hot water
1 can whole tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups orzo
2 tablespoons butter
salt & pepper to tste
Preheat oven to 400° F.
Brown chicken pieces in olive oil on top of stove. Remove chicken pieces and place in a covered roasting pan.
Add onions, tomato paste, whole tomatoes, 3 cups water, salt and pepper. Bake at 400 for 35 - 40 minutes. Chicken may be turned half way through cooking time.
Add orzo, salt, pepper, butter and remaining 4 cups water. Mix well, cover and bake for 35 minutes, stirring often.
Remove from oven and sprinkle with the grated cheese. Serve very hot.