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Mediterranean Chicken Orzo

Mediterranean Chicken Orzo: A Flavor-Packed One-Pot Delight

Mediterranean Chicken Orzo is a delicious one-pot meal packed with protein and vibrant flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced can substitute with turkey breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
For the Orzo
  • 1 cup orzo pasta can substitute with quinoa or brown rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth homemade or low-sodium
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced any color works well
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced can substitute with yellow squash
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped can substitute with yellow or white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced for even distribution
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice preferably freshly squeezed
  • fresh herbs (parsley or basil) can substitute with oregano or dill
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat it over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced chicken breast to the hot oil, cooking for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped red onion, 1 diced bell pepper, and 1 diced zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of orzo pasta and 4 cups of chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Allow it to simmer for 10–12 minutes or until the orzo is al dente.
  6. Remove the pot from heat, stir in the juice of 1 lemon and fresh herbs. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the orzo cooking time to prevent mushiness. Consider marinating chicken in lemon juice for more flavor.

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