Description
Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean with its fresh ingredients and rich flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot meal combines tender chicken, wholesome orzo pasta, and an array of colorful vegetables. With minimal preparation time and maximum flavor, this recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Serve it warm for a satisfying dinner or enjoy it cold as a refreshing lunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat orzo
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- ½ cup kalamata olives
- 2 cups spinach
- Fresh herbs: basil and parsley
- Optional: feta cheese, pine nuts
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 10 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from pan.
- In a small pot, boil water and cook orzo according to package instructions.
- In the same pan, add garlic and tomatoes; cook until softened.
- Stir in cooked orzo, olives, spinach, herbs, and optional ingredients until combined.
- Slice chicken and serve on top of the orzo mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg