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Mediterranean Chicken Orzo

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A flavorful one-skillet dinner featuring tender chicken and orzo, combined with cherry tomatoes, spinach, olives, and feta.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olives, pitted and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Stir in cherry tomatoes, spinach, olives, and oregano; cook until spinach wilts.
  6. Slice the chicken and add back to the skillet along with feta cheese.
  7. Mix well and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, use a heavy skillet to ensure even cooking. Finish with a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg