Description
A flavorful Greek-inspired dish with tender chicken, orzo, and a bright lemon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano, then cook until golden and cooked through (6-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in orzo, chicken broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Slice chicken and return to the skillet. Stir in feta and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- For extra richness, add a splash of cream at the end.
- Substitute quinoa for orzo for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Greek lemon chicken, orzo recipe, Mediterranean dish, easy chicken dinner