Description
Lemon Chicken Orzo is a flavorful dish combining tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a bright lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo, chicken recipe, orzo recipe, lemon pasta