Description
This Balsamic Chicken Orzo with Grilled Veggies & Lemon Whipped Feta recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken, flavorful orzo, charred veggies, and creamy whipped feta with a citrusy twist. It’s a perfect dish for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Orzo:
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Grilled Veggies:
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
For the Lemon Whipped Feta:
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Cook the orzo according to package instructions in salted boiling water until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken with the mixture. Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
- Grill the Veggies: In the same pan or on a grill, cook zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes until tender and slightly charred.
- Make the Lemon Whipped Feta: In a small bowl, combine feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble: Toss the cooked orzo with grilled vegetables and sliced chicken. Serve topped with lemon whipped feta.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
