Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of High Protein Chicken Orzo, a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender, seasoned chicken with crisp bell peppers, zucchini, and fresh spinach. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, coming together quickly in just 45 minutes. Topped with crumbled feta, it offers a satisfying protein-packed feast that’s both nutritious and comforting. With its colorful ingredients and rich taste, this recipe is bound to become a staple at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Sauté the diced chicken with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme until cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook the onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Add garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini; cook until tender (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes; cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil then reduce to simmer.
- Return chicken to skillet along with cooked orzo; stir until heated through.
- Fold in crumbled feta just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg