Description
A flavorful and vibrant dish featuring juicy garlic herb chicken served over a bed of zesty lemon orzo, perfect for a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and minced garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and toast the orzo for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until orzo is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the orzo. Warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
- You can substitute orzo with couscous or quinoa.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with orzo
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg