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Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo

A flavorful dish combining tender chicken, orzo pasta, and Mediterranean vegetables, perfect for a hearty meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup zucchini diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup spinach fresh
Pasta
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
Liquid
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Herbs
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  2. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Cook the Orzo
  1. Add the orzo to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and add the dried oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.

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