Description
This Balsamic Chicken Orzo with Grilled Veggies & Creamy Feta recipe is a delightful combination of tender chicken, flavorful orzo, grilled vegetables, and a creamy feta sauce, all brought together with a tangy balsamic dressing. It’s a perfect dish for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Orzo and Veggies:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
For the Creamy Feta:
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Cook orzo according to package instructions in salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Season and Cook Chicken: Season chicken with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook in a pan with olive oil until fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- Grill Veggies: Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or sauté until tender and slightly charred.
- Prepare Dressings: Whisk balsamic vinegar with a pinch of salt. Mix feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil until creamy.
- Combine and Serve: In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, grilled vegetables, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with balsamic dressing and toss gently. Serve topped with creamy feta sauce.
Notes
- You can customize the grilled veggies by adding your favorites like cherry tomatoes or mushrooms.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
