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Mediterranean Chicken Orzo

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A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Orzo combining tender chicken, tangy feta, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a hearty and wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add orzo to the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes to toast lightly.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. Cover and cook until orzo is tender and broth is mostly absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, Kalamata olives, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  7. Remove from heat and gently mix in crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for 30 minutes before cooking, or serve with a side of tzatziki sauce.

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