Description
A vibrant and satisfying dish featuring tender chicken, bright vegetables, and orzo, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
- Incorporate the cubed chicken breast and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Mix in the cooked orzo and pour in the lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for extra flavor and add nuts for crunch. Customize the veggies based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg