Description
This Balsamic Chicken Orzo with Grilled Veggies & Creamy Feta recipe combines marinated balsamic chicken, grilled vegetables, orzo pasta, and a creamy feta sauce for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Balsamic Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Grilled Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Orzo
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Creamy Feta Sauce
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to thin if needed)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken – In a bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Orzo – In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add orzo and toast lightly for 1–2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
- Grill the Vegetables – Toss bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred.
- Cook the Chicken – In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
- Prepare the Creamy Feta Sauce – In a blender or food processor, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Blend until smooth. Add water as needed to reach a creamy drizzle consistency.
- Assemble the Bowls – Divide orzo among serving bowls, top with grilled vegetables and balsamic chicken. Drizzle generously with creamy feta sauce.
- Garnish and Serve – Finish with extra fresh herbs and a sprinkle of feta if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
