Description
Lemon Chicken Orzo is a delightful and zesty dish that perfectly marries tender chicken, fluffy orzo pasta, and fresh vegetables in a bright lemon-infused sauce. This one-pot wonder is not only comforting but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, Lemon Chicken Orzo promises to impress at any dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and washing the spinach.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add uncooked orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice and spinach; mix until spinach wilts.
- Slice cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and fold back into the skillet. Mix well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg