Mediterranean Chicken Recipe with Orzo
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 handfuls baby spinach
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Cook orzo according to package instructions; chop garlic and halve tomatoes.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook seasoned chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add Garlic & Tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic and halved tomatoes; sauté until fragrant.
- Mix Orzo & Spinach: Add cooked orzo and fresh spinach to the skillet, mixing until spinach wilts.
- Season & Serve: Squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle oregano over the mixture. Stir briefly, then serve hot, garnished as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg