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Easy High Protein Chicken Orzo: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 3 cups chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup spinach, roughly chopped
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Easy High Protein Chicken Orzo is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook Chicken: Add diced chicken to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced onion, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Add Orzo: Pour in the orzo pasta and stir to combine with the chicken and vegetables.
5. Pour Chicken Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked al dente.
7. Stir in Spinach: Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach until wilted.
8. Add Cheese: Remove the pot from heat and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese for a creamy finish.
9. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 30g