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Mediterranean Chicken Recipe with Orzo

Quick Mediterranean Chicken Recipe with Orzo for Busy Nights

This Quick Mediterranean Chicken Recipe with Orzo is a flavorful one-pan meal ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil or butter.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Orzo
  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Orzo Consider gluten-free orzo if needed.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Can be replaced with regular tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Substitute with capers if needed.
  • 2 cups Spinach Feel free to double or use arugula.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Can be replaced with chicken broth.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Can substitute dried herbs.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute dried herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Optional.

Equipment

  • large sauté pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and let rest.
  3. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add halved grape tomatoes and white wine, cooking for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
  5. Stir in cooked orzo, kalamata olives, spinach, fresh herbs, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Slice the rested chicken and arrange on top of the orzo mixture. Crumble feta cheese over it and garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to your preference. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.

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