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eta Yogurt Sauce & Olive Mix & Chickpeas Recipe

eta Yogurt Sauce & Olive Mix & Chickpeas Recipe


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  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender marinated chicken with orzo pasta, a creamy garlic feta yogurt sauce, and a zesty olive and chickpea mix. Perfect for a wholesome meal packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Orzo:

  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste

For the Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Olive & Chickpea Mix:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate and Cook the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes. Cook chicken in a skillet or grill over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
  2. Prepare the Orzo: Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and toss with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
  3. Make the Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, feta, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  4. Prepare the Olive & Chickpea Mix: In another bowl, combine chickpeas, olives, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Serve warm or slightly chilled. Assemble bowls with orzo as the base, topped with sliced chicken, chickpea olive mix, and a generous spoon of garlic feta yogurt sauce.

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with additional vegetables or herbs based on personal preference.
  • Adjust the salt and pepper according to taste.
  • Feel free to add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving for extra freshness.
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg