Description
Looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal? Try this delicious Easy One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Orzo with Vegetables recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half the oregano. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside to rest.
- Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add Vegetables and Orzo Add the diced bell pepper and zucchini to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Pour in the orzo pasta, stirring to coat with the oil and vegetables.
- Step 4: Add Liquid and Simmer Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Step 5: Finish the Dish Slice the rested chicken into strips. Add the cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and remaining oregano to the pan. Gently fold in the sliced chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are warmed through and the balsamic creates a light glaze.
- Step 6: Serve Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg