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Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo

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This Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo dish combines tender chicken, flavorful herbs, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta for a vibrant and satisfying meal inspired by Mediterranean cuisine.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
  2. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the orzo pasta and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return to the skillet with orzo.
  7. Add cherry tomatoes, olives, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine and heat through.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle some extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with freshly cracked black pepper before serving.

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