Description
Lemon-Feta Chicken and Orzo is a zesty, one-pan meal that perfectly marries juicy chicken with fluffy orzo pasta and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with fresh lemon. This dish is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its vibrant flavors and minimal ingredients, Lemon-Feta Chicken and Orzo will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 2 fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the lemon zest; place them in the baking dish.
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, juice from one lemon, minced garlic, and remaining lemon zest.
- Combine cooked orzo with chicken in the baking dish; sprinkle with feta cheese and drizzle sauce over everything.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 84mg