Description
Monterey Chicken Orzo is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful orzo pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add bell peppers and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
- If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheese before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg