Description
Discover the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with this One-Pot Healthy Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo recipe. Featuring tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and the nutritious goodness of orzo pasta, this one-pan wonder is a true feast for the senses.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the hot pan. Cook the chicken until it’s golden brown and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
3. Sauté the Veggies: Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the same pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
4. Add the Orzo and Liquids: Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Return the Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back to the pot. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
6. Finish and Serve: Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the feta cheese, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. Serve the One-Pot Healthy Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo warm and enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean!
Notes
This One-Pot Healthy Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo recipe is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with a balance of lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats. Each serving provides approximately 400 calories, 38 grams of protein, 42 grams of carbohydrates, and 13 grams of fat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 13 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 38 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams