Description
Chicken and Orzo is a delightful weeknight dinner that combines succulent chicken with fluffy orzo pasta in a savory broth. This quick and easy recipe, bursting with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, promises comfort and satisfaction. Perfect for family meals or entertaining friends, Chicken and Orzo will transport you to an Italian bistro right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook for approximately 10-12 minutes until the orzo absorbs most of the liquid.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg