Description
One Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo is a delightful, one-pan dish that harmonizes the bright flavors of fresh lemon with tender chicken and creamy orzo. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe not only simplifies meal preparation but also promises an explosion of flavor in every bite. With minimal cleanup, it’s an ideal choice for busy cooks looking to impress without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons) and zest
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping garlic, zesting lemons, and measuring orzo.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each). Remove from pot.
- Add minced garlic to the pot; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in orzo, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the pot; cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
- Fold in spinach or kale until wilted (about 2 minutes). Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg