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Zesty Lemon Chicken Orzo

Zesty Lemon Chicken Orzo: Your New Favorite One-Pot Delight

Zesty Lemon Chicken Orzo is a vibrant one-pot dish, combining tender chicken and creamy orzo with bright lemon notes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Chicken
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 3-4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Main protein source

For the Orzo

  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Rice-shaped pasta

For the Broth

  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Adds depth of flavor

For the Flavor

  • 1 each Fresh Lemons For zest and juice
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Classic herb pairing

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing chicken
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Basic seasonings

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Start by dicing 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, zest one lemon and juice it, mince 2-3 cloves of garlic, and gather oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic and dried oregano. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in 1 cup of orzo pasta, ensuring it's coated in the chicken juices.
  • Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and add the lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest. Let sit for a minute before serving.

Notes

This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. It can also be made ahead and stored for meal prepping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, crowd-pleaser, Easy dinner, Healthy Recipe, one-pot meal, Zesty Lemon Chicken Orzo
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