Description
A simple and delicious one-pan meal featuring balsamic chicken, orzo, and a variety of vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is cooked.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach is wilted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Orzo, One-Pan Meal, Chicken Recipe, Orzo Recipe, Quick Dinner