Description
Delicious Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo is a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, all in under an hour! This vibrant dish features tender chicken breasts paired with nutty orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. The savory blend of garlic-infused sautéed vegetables and zesty spices ensures each bite is packed with flavor, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Whether served warm from the oven or chilled as a refreshing salad, this versatile dish delights the palate and brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano; place them in the prepared dish.
- Cook orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant, then add tomatoes and spinach until wilted.
- Combine cooked orzo with sautéed vegetables; pour over the chicken and drizzle with olive oil.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove foil for the last five minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg