Description
High Protein Chicken Orzo is a satisfying dish that seamlessly blends tender chicken with fluffy orzo pasta, fresh spinach, and zesty lemon in a savory broth. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for easy customization based on your pantry staples. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this nourishing meal promises to delight your taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything on your counter.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and season the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook each side for about 6 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then stir in the orzo pasta. Simmer for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- Stir in the fresh spinach until wilted.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and add garlic powder; adjust seasoning as desired.
- Portion into bowls or plates and garnish with lemon wedges or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg