High Protein Chicken Orzo
High Protein Chicken Orzo is a wholesome dish that combines tender chicken, nutty orzo pasta, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth. This easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful balance of protein and carbs, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Enjoy the comforting flavors that bring everyone together around the table while creating lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your stove to medium-high heat in a large pot and add olive oil.
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sauté in hot oil until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers to the pot; cook for another 2 minutes until peppers soften.
- Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth, bringing it to a gentle boil before reducing the heat to simmer.
- Cook until orzo is al dente (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- In the final minute of cooking, fold in fresh spinach and squeeze lemon juice over everything. Allow spinach to wilt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg