One Pot Greek Style Chicken Risoni

Steps

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1. 1
   Roast the cherry tomatoes in the oven until blistered and softened, releasing extra flavour into the oil.
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2. 2
   Season the bone-in chicken thighs with lemon zest, sea salt, fresh thyme, fresh oregano, and minced fresh garlic.
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3. 3
   Heat olive oil in an oven-safe pan and sear the seasoned chicken thighs until golden brown on the skin side.
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4. 4
   Remove the seared chicken and add more fresh garlic to the same pan.
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5. 5
   Add the roasted cherry tomatoes and gently press them to release their juices and combine with the oil to create a tomato sauce base.
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6. 6
   Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt in the pan.
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7. 7
   Add the risoni pasta and chicken stock, then nestle the seared chicken back into the mixture.
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8. 8
   Add fresh thyme sprigs, then place the uncovered pan in the oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the risoni is tender.
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9. 9
   Remove the pan from the oven. Crumble Greek feta cheese over the dish, garnish with fresh parsley, and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
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