Description
This Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl with Spicy Whipped Feta is a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines tender orzo pasta with grilled chicken marinated in a zesty lemon Dijon sauce, topped with a creamy and spicy whipped feta. Perfect for a quick and delicious lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Lemon Dijon Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, grilled or pan-seared and sliced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Spicy Whipped Feta:
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Orzo: Cook orzo in broth according to package instructions until tender. Drain if needed and fluff with a fork.
- Prepare Lemon Dijon Chicken: Whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss warm chicken in the lemon Dijon mixture until evenly coated.
- Make Spicy Whipped Feta: In a food processor or blender, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and chili flakes. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Bowls: Create bowls with orzo as the base. Top with lemon Dijon chicken, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Add Spicy Whipped Feta: Dollop or swirl spicy whipped feta over the bowl. Finish with fresh herbs and a light drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize the level of spiciness in the whipped feta by adjusting the amount of chili flakes.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables or toppings to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-searing, Mixing, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
