Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with this Spicy Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl topped with a creamy Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of zesty, savory, and creamy flavors that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
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For the Spicy Lemon Dijon Chicken
- 1 1/2 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Orzo
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Pinch of salt
For the Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin, if needed)
For the Bowl Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo – Bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions (8–10 minutes) until al dente. Drain if necessary and toss with olive oil, parsley, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Marinate & Cook the Chicken – Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and zest, garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for 20–30 minutes. Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Make the Lemon Feta Yogurt Sauce – Combine feta, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding warm water gradually for desired consistency.
- Assemble the Bowls – Divide orzo among serving bowls. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle with lemon feta yogurt sauce and sprinkle with fresh dill or parsley.
- Serve – Garnish with lemon wedges and extra chili flakes if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili flakes in the chicken marinade.
- Feel free to customize the bowl toppings with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
