Description
This Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo with Caramelized Onions & Whipped Feta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend, creamy whipped feta, and sweet caramelized onions over a bed of orzo pasta. It’s a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors.
Ingredients
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Lemon Dijon Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Orzo and Caramelized Onions:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Whipped Feta:
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For garnish (optional):
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
- Extra lemon wedges
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions with salt and cook slowly for 15–20 minutes until deeply golden. Set aside.
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and coat well.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the pan.
- Prepare Orzo: Boil broth in a saucepan, add orzo, and cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Make Whipped Feta: Blend feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper until smooth.
- Assemble: Serve by layering orzo, lemon Dijon chicken, and caramelized onions. Top with whipped feta and garnish with herbs and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary, adjust as needed.
- Feel free to customize with additional herbs or spices.
- Ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop, Oven
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
