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Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo for Weeknight Wins

Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo for Weeknight Wins
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Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Orzo. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs nestled in a flavorful orzo pasta base. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy schedules or meal prep. Each bite offers the rich flavors of the Mediterranean, making it an instant favorite for family dinners. Plus, it’s a one-pan wonder that minimizes cleanup, allowing you to enjoy more time around the table with loved ones.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo (or substitute with small pasta like farro)
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
  • ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by dicing onions, mincing garlic, halving tomatoes, chopping spinach, slicing olives, and crumbling feta.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove and slice.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add tomatoes, spinach, and olives; cook until spinach wilts.
  4. Stir in orzo, oregano, basil, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil then simmer covered for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  5. Combine sliced chicken with the orzo mixture along with feta and parsley. Stir well to mix.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

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