Chicken Lemon And Dill With Orzo Recipe

This vibrant Greek-inspired Chicken Lemon & Dill Orzo Bake comes together in under an hour! Tender chicken, fluffy orzo pasta, and a burst of fresh lemon and dill create a flavour explosion in every bite. Inspired by *Everyday Food*, this easy baked pasta dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a delightful weekend dinner. Get ready for a taste of the Mediterranean!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 637.1 kcal
Protein 88g
Rating 3.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Lemon And Dill With Orzo

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How to Make Chicken Lemon And Dill With Orzo

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups chicken broth, ¾ cup water, 2 tablespoons butter, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper to a boil.
  3. In a greased 3-quart baking dish, combine 1 ½ pounds cooked chicken (cubed or shredded), 1 cup orzo pasta, ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, ¼ cup chopped fresh dill, the zest of 1 lemon, and the juice of 1 lemon.
  4. Pour the hot broth mixture over the orzo mixture and stir gently to combine.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is creamy and absorbed.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

69g

Carbs

20g