Description
High Protein Chicken Orzo is a delightful and nutritious one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and creamy feta cheese all enveloped in buttery orzo. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish is not only satisfying but also rich in protein, making it a smart choice for health-conscious individuals. In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a comforting dinner that bursts with flavors and can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a main dish, in wraps, or paired with a fresh salad, High Protein Chicken Orzo is sure to become your new favorite recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper; sauté until cooked through (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion; cook until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini; cook until tender (4-5 minutes).
- Add spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to boil; reduce heat to simmer.
- Return chicken and cooked orzo to skillet; stir until heated through.
- Fold in crumbled feta; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (375g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg