Description
A simple, bright dish featuring chicken, orzo, and mixed vegetables, enhanced with lemon for a light and refreshing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and mixed vegetables to the skillet, cooking until veggies are tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter texture, let the orzo sit briefly after draining. Adjust lemon juice to taste based on the size and juiciness of the lemon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg