Description
One Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo is a delightful, zesty dish that brings the family together for any occasion. This easy-to-make meal features tender chicken simmered with orzo pasta, fresh spinach, and a refreshing lemony sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe promises a comforting, flavorful experience in just one pot.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the pot; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in orzo pasta and toast slightly for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat, return chicken to the pot, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking to wilt.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg