Jennifer Garner's Pretend Cooking Show - Episode 26: Crispy Chicken with Lemon Orzo

#PretendCookingShow: Ina's Crispy Chicken with Lemon Orzo
Ina Garten, my actual, true life friend (🤗♥️👯‍♀️), has written the cookbook that will fill your beaten up soul with joy and reinvigorate your relationship with quarantine cooking: ⭐️ Barefoot Contessa: #ModernComfortFood ⭐️. I find a new future family favorite with every flip through its beautiful pages. Oh, and Ina zoomed in to cook with me and didn’t even laugh at how harried I was, how I over browned my chicken breast (it was delectable), how unskilled I am at making things pretty-you are the best, Ina, thank you for Pretend Cooking with me! ♥️ Congratulations on the release of your book-it is everything we need! ♥️ #PretendCookingShow
Barefoot Contessa’s Crispy Chicken with Lemon Orzo
Chicken Ingredients:
2/3 cup AP flour
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless chicken breasts, skin-on
1/4 cup canola oil
9 Tbsp European-style unsalted butter, divided
2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley
1 lemon, cut into 8 wedges
Orzo Ingredients:
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup orzo
2 tsp grated lemon zest
2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 Tbsp good olive oil
1 Tbsp minced fresh dill
1 cup (4oz) small-diced feta, preferably Greek
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1. Preheat oven to 450°. Bring 2 qts of water to a boil.
2. Combine flour, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper in shallow bowl. Heat canola oil plus 4 Tbsp of butter in a large cast-iron skillet, medium heat.
3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture. Place chicken, skin side down, in skillet and cook over medium heat WITHOUT MOVING - 12 mins. With chicken still skin side down, place skillet in oven and roast-10 mins.
4. Orzo time! Add 2 tsp salt and orzo to boiling water. Simmer uncovered for ~10 mins, until al dente. Drain.
5. Transfer orzo to a bowl and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper. Fold in feta and serve hot.
6. Return skillet to stovetop, medium heat. Turn chicken skin side up, add remaining 5 Tbsp butter, and continue cooking 3-5 mins, until breasts are cooked through (130-140°). Off heat, sprinkle on parsley.
7. Divide orzo among four plates. Slice breasts crosswise in thick slices. Arrange one breast per plate. Add a little brown butter, some lemon, sprinkle with salt.
8. YUM. Yum yum.
Date: 6, October 2020.

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How can you NOT love this woman? A joy to watch.

[@biancah2171]

Honestly, finding your pretend cooking show has been one of the best parts of quarantine. My only wish is that the episodes were longer.

[@utoobcandy]

And more episodes!!

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Who is filming?

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@@mpaloutz Ina 😁

[@judypasqualone3819]

I’m just catching up..these are so fun.

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I love that a gal I fan girl over is fan girling over Ina. Just like the cookbook, these pretend cooking shows are food for the soul! 🥰

[@CharlaniEveryday]

they absolutely are!!! Love watching these!

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I love your response.

[@stephiebella]

I was just thinking that. I’d cry if Jennifer or Ina showed up in my kitchen even over zoom.

[@createful_heart]

JG is the cutest! She's about to cry tears of joy after her cooking session with Ina and it made me tear up.

[@brandyroberts4127]

Yep, tearing up too

[@VarongTangkitphithakphon]

To tell the truth, I just recently fell in love with this real Jennifer Garner cooking show. She could do this with the realness, no need for the crew, no professional editing, just like that one chicken that seems a little burn but who cares, it happened. It doesn't have to be perfect, it could go all the way wrong but that's what people love to watch as it feels more natural and it's not the recipe but it's the Jennifer and her passion on cooking that's attractive here.

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I know she is in her mid 40s, but she’s literally the cutest girl on KZbin .

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Her voice and her dimples 💛

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This beautiful woman is 50! She's so sweet and down to earth--just love her show.

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She's just recently turned 50 but I agree. She's a beauty inside and out.

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She really is…she’d be a fun bff.

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@@judypasqualone3819 I 've thought the same thing about her!

[@JessicaJLandi]

I don't know how her pretend cooking show popped up on my KZbin feed, but I'm so glad it did. Been loving every episode. Does Garner know how delightful she is?

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Pienso exactamente lo mismo. Aprendo y me divierto muchísimo con élla, és preciosa además de simpática 😂😂😂❤❤❤

[@deborahmoss607]

I love these segments, and how precious is Jennifer's girl crush for Ina. This recipe does sound devine.

[@laureenefurnari1609]

Love her now she is the all American all-around mom. God bless her.❤ On top of being a celebrity

[@dinobot8225]

I could watch her cook all day she’s so beautiful

[@melissalam2879]

I just teared up at the end of the video. Can 100% feel her genuine appreciation and admiration for Ina. So sweet.

[@alexchadd09]

Can Jennifer Garner please get a day time tv show. I’d tune in everyday to watch her!

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For me youre the perfect human being.. funny, adorable, wise, lovely - Full Heart and soul. Greetings from vienna💚

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This lady is so adorable and funny, not fake, seems like a wonderful person to be around

[@alina3254]

The book is indeed amazing. I bought it from Amazon and it came a few days back. So far, in 3 days, I marked almost every recipe in this book and looking forward to make them. Simple to use, non fatty, easy ingredients (not insane expensive, but creating an expensive tasting product). Joyful, happy, interesting, light! I do not use cookbooks for anything I make, as I believe they are outdated and also hard to use, but this book is absolutely amazing! Strongly encourage you to buy it. You will not regret

[@themindhelp9584]

The end🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰 thats why i love her so much♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ she s not only the most beautiful woman in the entire world but goshhhh!she s so genuine and warmhearted

[@gracie2298]

How refreshing! A star that isn’t pretentious and is having a nice time entertaining us. Truly down to earth and tongue in cheek sense of humor. More please.

[@christinac6710]

I love the short videos under 10 min. When I see a quick condensed version of a recipe, I'm more likely to attempt it.

[@AnnaMariaFlores-sc1dq]

I really love Ina garten my dad and I used to watch her on the food Network I think it was together before he passed I miss you Dad

[@angieabsher]

Please don't ever stop pretend cooking. It's truly wonderful😊

[@bethhenkelman5249]

I love them both. What a treat to see them together.

[@dorothywilusz9226]

I am so entertained right now with these cooking episodes, I had no idea she had such an amazing personality. She's so real!

[@debbiedean3165]

This is so sweet and genuine just like Ina and Jennifer-💕, thank you ladies

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Love Jennifer Garner and Ina Garten, too!!! ☺️💕

[@latoshiamorris1605]

Two of my favorite friends in my head! Jennifer is such a gem. I love seeing artists just live regular lives!!!❤️

[@scottadkins3946]

The cat that "tail sails" past at :35 is AWESOME!!! :) :) :) Glad your dream came true, too :) :) :)

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Inna-Contessa-very best, home cooked meals from home, mom's 👌

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Maravillosa, increíble, única Jennifer Garner.

[@avrildixon7291]

JG is so beautiful..with a great personality.. love her cooking . ❤

[@FirstJohn418]

I love Ina's cookbooks and her shows and her food as much as Jen does I think

[@DannerPlace]

I just love how 'normal' you are.

[@utoobcandy]

Holy moly a triple! What a day of cooking!!!

[@lillypatience]

I just received Ina’s new cookbook. It’s so awesome that I ended up ordering three of her previous cookbooks. On a separate note, Catch and Release came up in my movie recommendations so I watched it. Jennifer looks exactly the same. She has not aged!

[@youllthinkofme2011]

My two favorite ladies! Together! Be still my heart! It actually make so much sense that you should be friends. Keep enriching our lives the way you both do.

[@Kendylgarcia]

You are the most beautiful soul I've ever seen. True kindness and charisma just radiate from you. Truly love all your videos!

[@theldun1]

Love you Jen! Glad you had your friend for lunch.

[@bethminer2222]

Anything Ina cooks and anything lemon!❤

[@joannjacquin4983]

Ina's new cookbook is arriving tomorrow! I can't wait! I love your "pretend" cooking shows, Jennifer! Keep them coming!

[@kristinareed8870]

I love that they used the theme music from Ina's show!

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Oh Jennifer, I LOVE LOVE LOVE when Patricia is in it!!! 🥰🥰😍😘♥️♥️♥️

[@KTKZon58]

Get you someone who looks at you the way Jen looks at Ina❤

[@meganhansen1632]

Love you Jennifer ! You lift our spirits during hard times ❤💖❤💖❤💖👍

[@rimyguerra9319]

I totally screamed when I saw Ina’s face show up! So happy you got to cook with her. Love it ❤️

[@trevorgwelch7412]

After my Mother died I found her old cook book it was published in 1907 , no pictures just incredible desserts and basic dinner recipes . Yes I miss her cooking . Your cooking should be available in a restaurant .

[@steendful]

I Love your"pretend cooking show". I look forward to the next one! Love sent from Nova Scotia, Canada eh! ❤️

[@stephanieblades8560]

I live in NS Canada too and love her show and Ina of course! Just ordered Ina’s book!

[@cristinaveja5292]

We've been watching "miracles from heaven" a few days ago and my husband who never compliments an actrice or other ladys said "she is beatiful, and simple, and natural, i like her". And i was like "i knoooow, me too" :)) Jen, you are adorable 🤗

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Jennifer Garner is so sweet. And girl can cook for real.... She had a good mom.

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My gosh I love what you stand for. An amazing strong woman who has been through so much and yet you bounce right back resiliently. I love you and admire you. Thank you for staying classy these days ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

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I love these cooking shows! It’s fun and inviting, cooking with everyone. INA 💗💗💗 Congrats JG 👍🎉

[@ABlueDahlia]

What a sweet person. The last 5 seconds! So sweet!

[@klazyy641]

Yup, one of the best out of many. Not a slip up at all (I like my chicken a tad on the 'crispy' side, too) and such good friends to join you in cooking so often! Thanks, JG.

[@kristina3724]

I'm glad there's a video from my Idol Jennifer Garner,,Love watching and seeing hercooking different dishes!

[@ninaferraro5173]

I almost cried at the end when Jen almost cried. Such a GREAT duo they are👩‍🍳👩‍🍳 Xx

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I have 'Notification' when your Channel posts because you brighten my day!! Seeing Ina made this fun as well!! Yesterday I watched your "13 Going on 30," and smiled and chuckled the entire movie!! Then shared to a dozen friends from school days!! Adore you and this Channel ❤

[@iggs10]

This warmed my heart. I'm a fan of both you and Ina. This made me hungry! I'll be right over....😂

[@lorton1971]

Jenna! You’re amazing In the kitchen! I love how you talk to the kitchen aid to the food! ♥️watching your show and it makes me want to be better cook by just having fun when I’m cooking! You’re such a joy to watch and you just make my day when I watch your fun cooking show!!♥️♥️♥️ thank you for sharing your love and joy in the kitchen!

[@christinajackson2662]

This is so adorable, only my second JG video, but I’m already hooked on her positive energy.

[@shellymichelle2719]

Child like cuteness

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Oscar performance! 👏 👏

[@trentonpierce6070]

I love you so much, Jennifer! You're heart is in the very right place and we need more people such as you and Ina of course, in the world!

[@constancemiller3753]

Jennifer & Ina is Julie & Julia remixed in heaven.

[@garyj1709]

These are now my two favorite cooks! I’ve always liked Ina in the way she seems so relaxed and cooks dishes that even I can attempt. Jennifer is the same way - very real and so likable. Thanks to you both. By the way, I’m going to check out Ina’s cookbook!

[@brandyroberts4127]

I wish these videos were a daily thing... love them 💕

[@shuchinsk]

Ohmygoodness. I would faint dead away from overwhelm if I were on Zoom with Ina.

[@celeryg66]

Cant go wrong with an Ina cookbook!

[@IzzyD-mn8eq]

Awwwe, I was crying with you! How cool was it to cook with Ina? Thank you Jennifer for enviting us into your kitchen. Much love.

[@david1528]

Absolutely the most gorgeous and down to earth celebrity on the planet!

[@blancamartinez4146]

Jenny no es fácil no ponerse nerviosa con esa señorona tan hermosa. Pero tú tienes lo tuyo no te pongas triste. Me encanta tu carisma.

[@tipsyredrooster1269]

I could watch videos like this one all day. Cooking, girl talk, team work, cocktails!

[@lovefirst7]

You lift my spirits so much. :)

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You are now my favorite cooking show!! Thanks so much for being real! Love you!

[@seanjohnson9262]

You just seem so nice and down to earth. Thanks for the videos, they make me smile.

[@rosagladysherrmann1358]

Es una pasión cocinar Me emociona tu buen humor y lo que haces

[@barbg8530]

The meal looks great. You can always add or take away the seasoning or add. Thank you for sharing. Yes, this the perfect time to eat healthier.

[@julieblackmore9781]

I cannot believe that Jennifer's videos just started popping on my YT feed two days...I have been missing out.

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I didn’t watch these episodes Today it comes on my page on U Tube After subscribing thankfully

[@AF-ke9by]

Awww... I have been thinking how wonderful would be if Ina Garten were to join you while you cook, Jennifer! So happy for you!

[@greaterinlife]

I think Ina was actually in one episode of Jennifer’s Pretend Cooking show, like actually in Jennifer’s kitchen! Check back in the episodes, I’m almost positive!

[@AF-ke9by]

Erin Regan I will. Thank you!

[@RobinaB530]

Love this show. Who decides to have crispy chicken with lemon orzo for lunch and whips it up like that. She's a riot. it looks delicious.

[@geesuslookatthatalpaca7471]

Watching her happy makes my heart happy:) I had such a girl crush on her years ago and she’s still my girl crush a decade later!

[@kelleynrothaermel2311]

Ina's recipes are the bomb. They always turn out 100 percent of the time or at least if the cook doesn't make a mistake, but so so good. Always! Fun watching the two of you together.

[@angieb.5829]

Saludos desde Bogotá Colombia, te ves una persona muy noble y sencilla, eso es admirable, gracias por compartir tus recetas y mostrarnos un poco de tu vida. 😃🙏🌻. sorry I don't speak English 😊

[@annaszemes5587]

I love you both so much,I can't even tell you!! You're so down to earth,honest and funny Jen.Look after yourself,love from England ❤️

[@JamesRobinson-ut6yl]

These videos are a delight to watch. So wonderful to see you doing what you do. Thanks for sharing.

[@themisfitmama4397]

Ina and Jen are both my girl crushes. ❤️ I love how real Jen keeps it

[@LindaTennant-l9t]

I just adore watching you cook. Sooooo I just order Ina’s book. I will be fixing this on Sunday. I’m so so excited. Thank you for sharing all these fabulous recipes ❤❤❤

[@eduardobomben6521]

Una mujer con angel, es especial.

[@jmahzi4996]

So here I lie in my bed with COVID-19. It’s been a hellish week but Jennifer, you’ve made this time a little easier to get through. I wish you would do a new one every day 😊 Thank you for your precious heart.

[@terribelle3]

Jennifer thank you for making my dark day bright! I appreciate you! ❤

[@lorettatripodi7531]

Wowww you literally had her live in your kitchen 😲😲🤗🤗🤗..What an honor.. and your humble reaction really brought me to tears

[@HolySchmoltz]

I just adore you. You have the sweetest heart I’ve ever seen. Stay perfectly you ♥️

[@lyndabell7402]

Jen you are such a joy, you are exactly what we need right now as well! I love anytime I can sit in my office and enjoy your pretend cooking show, Ina was a lot of fun! Please keep doing what you're doing, forever! haha

[@kristinrichmond8185]

I seriously wish I could be Jen’s friend. Rewatching Alias right now for the first time in a long time. It’s so fun.

[@lifewithmadre]

Literally tearing up at the end. This was so wholesome and I’m making that recipe!!

[@joannelucille]

God bless you, Jen! Such a beautiful soul ☺️

[@LindaTennant-l9t]

Love love love this. I am so excited watching you cook. Such a fun time

[@sarahmarti141]

Oh my gosh Jen is so adorable.

[@yesparza7290]

Jen, we need more of these uploads. Let’s get you to 1M subscribers, not because you need us, but because we need more of you!

[@colleendaumen136]

Jen & Ina??? DREAM COME TRUE! Love you both, thanks for cooking for us, Jen. I'm so hungry now! :)

[@davidz6490]

Hi Jennifer! You are my favorite actress! You never age, and you are so pretty!

[@carynopope]

I got my cookbook today!! So wonderful and as said it is what we need for our souls. A few minutes with the two of you has made my day😁😁😷😷☺️

[@dianehiltz1193]

This was so fun to watch💜Jen you are a precious soul…💜💜💜💜