Greek Chicken And Orzo Recipe

A light and flavorful Greek Chicken and Orzo recipe, inspired by a low-fat broth can! This quick and easy 40-minute meal is packed with fresh spinach, tender chicken, and perfectly cooked orzo pasta, all simmered in a fragrant broth with oregano. A simple sprinkle of cheese adds a delicious finishing touch. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 538.8 kcal
Protein 67g
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Ingredients for Greek Chicken And Orzo

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How to Make Greek Chicken And Orzo

  1. Heat 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add 1 cup orzo pasta to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until orzo is tender but still slightly firm to the bite, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 1.5 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  4. Stir in 2 cups fresh baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (or your preferred cheese).
  6. Serve immediately and garnish with extra oregano and a squeeze of lemon juice (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

26g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Greek Chicken And Orzo?

Greek Chicken And Orzo takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Greek Chicken And Orzo?

Greek Chicken And Orzo has approximately 538.8 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Greek Chicken And Orzo?

The key ingredients for Greek Chicken And Orzo are Fat Free Chicken Broth, Onion, Dried Oregano Leaves, Orzo Pasta, Boneless Chicken Breast, Spinach Leaves. See the full list with measurements above.

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