Description
This Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Salad Bowl is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines flavorful marinated chicken with a refreshing orzo salad, topped with a creamy garlic feta yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
Lemon Dijon Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Orzo Salad:
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce:
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1-2 tablespoons warm water (to thin)
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Toss with olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, dill, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken evenly. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Prepare the Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce: In a small bowl or food processor, blend feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper until smooth. Add warm water gradually until the sauce reaches a creamy, drizzle-able consistency.
- Assemble the Salad Bowl: Divide orzo salad among bowls. Top with sliced lemon Dijon chicken. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives. Drizzle generously with garlic feta yogurt sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or additional toppings.
- For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
