She says theyre a big hit at her house.

She does a shrimp orzo situation that I love, she shares, referring to GartensRoasted Shrimp and Orzorecipe.

Orzois a rice-shaped pasta that can add sustenance to your meals.

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Whole-grain varieties are a nutrient-rich choice and can be a great source of fiber and protein.

The actor loves another Garten recipe that stars the grain.

That is a big hit as well.

The recipe that Garner is touting here is the Barefoot ContessasCrispy Chicken with Lemon Orzo.

While chicken breasts are a simple and convenient choice,crispy chicken thighswould also work well in this dish.