Description
Lemony Spinach & Chicken Orzo is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings fresh flavors and comfort to your dining table. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken, nutritious spinach, and orzo pasta, all enhanced by zesty lemon juice. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal is as delightful to eat as it is to serve. Whip up this culinary escape in no time and savor each bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and measuring out everything.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Stir in minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds), then add fresh spinach until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo pasta, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes until al dente.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture once the orzo absorbs most of the liquid. Stir gently to combine flavors.
- Serve warm, garnished with lemon slices or additional spinach if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg