Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this Balsamic Chicken Orzo dish featuring tender chicken, savory orzo, roasted vegetables, and a zesty lemon whipped feta topping. A perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced or sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
For the Orzo:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Roasted Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon Whipped Feta:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Roast the Vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15–18 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Cook the Orzo: In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a simmer. Add orzo and salt, and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid and stir in olive oil.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook 5–6 minutes until chicken is golden and cooked through. Stir in balsamic vinegar and cook 1 additional minute.
- Prepare the Lemon Whipped Feta: In a small bowl, blend feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide orzo among bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and balsamic chicken. Add dollops of lemon whipped feta on top.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for extra brightness.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables based on your preferences.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked through before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
