Description
This recipe for Honey Garlic Chicken & Orzo with Goat Cheese Sauce & Roasted Cranberries is a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors that come together beautifully on the plate. Tender strips of chicken are cooked in a honey garlic glaze, served alongside creamy orzo pasta, and topped with a luscious goat cheese sauce and roasted cranberries.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Orzo
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Goat Cheese Sauce
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Roasted Cranberries
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Garnishes
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Roast the Cranberries: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss cranberries with honey and olive oil on a small baking sheet. Roast for 10–12 minutes until slightly softened and caramelized. Set aside.
- 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 and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 8–10 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken strips and cook 5–6 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through. Drizzle honey and soy sauce over the chicken. Stir to coat evenly and cook for 1–2 more minutes.
- Prepare the Goat Cheese Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk goat cheese with Greek yogurt (or cream), olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Heat gently if needed for a pourable consistency.
- Assemble the Dish: Divide cooked orzo among serving plates. Top with honey garlic chicken strips. Drizzle goat cheese sauce over the top. Scatter roasted cranberries and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon zest.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite herbs or spices to the chicken or orzo for extra flavor.
- Feel free to substitute the goat cheese with feta or another creamy cheese if preferred.
- Make sure to adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
