Description
This Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl is a delightful combination of tender marinated chicken, flavorful orzo pasta, and a tangy lemon feta yogurt sauce. It’s a perfect balance of fresh ingredients and zesty flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
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Lemon Dijon Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Orzo Bowl:
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce:
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts evenly and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Cook the Orzo: Bring chicken broth or water to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions (about 8–10 minutes) until tender. Drain if needed and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Let rest, then slice into strips.
- Prepare the Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, feta, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until creamy and well combined.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide orzo into serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Finish & Serve: Drizzle generously with the lemon feta yogurt sauce. Serve warm with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- You can customize this bowl with additional vegetables like bell peppers or olives.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
