Homemade Mediterranean Chicken Recipe & Orzo
This Mediterranean chicken recipe is a perfect blend of tender chicken, hearty orzo, and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful mix of herbs and spices.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breasts sliced thin and pounded
- 1½ cups whole wheat orzo dry
- ½ tablespoon minced garlic
- 1½ cups grape tomatoes halved
- ½ cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
- ¼ cup white wine optional
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ¼ cup pine nuts optional for nut-free option
For the Seasonings & Garnishes:
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup feta cheese optional
Instructions
- Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil, cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through, before removing from the skillet and setting aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, then add the halved grape tomatoes and white wine (if using), allowing them to cook for 5-10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, kalamata olives, chopped spinach, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes, tossing everything together until well combined.
- Place the cooked chicken on top of the orzo mixture, garnish with fresh basil, parsley, and feta cheese (if using), then sprinkle toasted pine nuts over the top if desired, and serve hot.
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