Greek Lemon Chicken and Orzo
A vibrant and refreshing one-pot dish with tender chicken, zesty lemon, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked orzo, inspired by Greek flavors. Fast, flavorful, and satisfying for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red onion, sliced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Zest and juice of 2 lemons
1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (optional替代 for creaminess)
1 cucumber, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add garlic and red onion, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes.
Stir in tomatoes, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Bring to a simmer, then add orzo and stir to combine.
Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente and the chicken is fully cooked.
Stir in cucumber, bell pepper, parsley, dill, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Season with salt and black pepper.
For a richer flavor, stir in Greek yogurt just before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
You can substitute orzo with any small pasta like rice-shaped pasta. Add a dollop of halal feta cheese if desired for extra tang. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/greek-lemon-chicken-and-orzo/