Description
Savor the deliciousness of High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo, a vibrant dish that marries tender chicken with zesty olives, fresh vegetables, and creamy feta cheese. This nourishing one-pot meal is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. It’s packed with protein and flavor, making it both satisfying and healthy. Plus, it comes together in just under an hour, ensuring you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent; add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until softened. Add spinach and olives; stir until spinach wilts.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in cooked orzo and sliced chicken. Stir well to combine.
- Add feta cheese and lemon juice; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg