One-Pot Chicken Orzo Recipe

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Season chicken thighs with ¾ tsp of salt & bring to room temperature; thoroughly dry chicken skin with a paper towel before step 2.
3. Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-low heat, add chicken thighs skin side down. Render until golden and crisp, about 12-15 minutes. Remove chicken from pan.
4. In the same pan, add onion and remaining salt and saute until aromatic, 4-5 minutes.
5. Add orzo and toast 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most pieces are lightly golden and there is a nutty aroma.
6. Add garlic and mix to combine. Add tomato paste and cook to caramelize, 2-3 minutes.
7. Add chicken broth & bring to a boil. Nestle chicken thighs, flesh side down, into the orzo (make sure that the skin is NOT in the liquid)  and transfer to the oven Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until orzo is cooked through.*
8. Serve in cooking vessel and top with grated cheese and basil.