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Feta Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta

Creamy Feta Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta in One Pot Bliss

This Feta Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta is a quick, creamy dinner that combines zesty flavors and simple ingredients for a weeknight feast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts Chicken or thighs
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo
For the Creamy Mix
  • 1 cup Feta cheese can substitute with goat cheese or boursin
  • 1 lemon Lemon juice and zest adjust for milder taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Zucchini can swap with seasonal veggies
For Cooking
  • 2 cups Chicken stock or vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative
  • 2 cloves Aromatics (garlic) fresh is best
  • 1 medium onion diced

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Feta Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and allow it to warm for a minute. Carefully place the chicken breasts or thighs in the pan, browning them for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they reach a golden hue and are cooked through, achieving an internal temperature of 165°F. Once done, remove the chicken and set it aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add chopped garlic and diced onion, sautéing for approximately 3-4 minutes until the onion turns translucent and fragrant.
  3. Next, pour in the orzo, stirring it well to coat with the aromatic mixture. Add the chicken stock and bring it to a gentle boil. Allow everything to bubble away for about 10-12 minutes, until the orzo becomes tender.
  4. Once the orzo is cooked, turn off the heat and stir in the diced zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh lemon juice.
  5. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to a preheated oven at 350°F. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. After baking, carefully remove the skillet from the oven, fluff up the orzo, taste, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover pasta in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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