Description
A comforting bowl of Lemon Chicken Orzo with Spinach that combines creamy flavors with zesty lemon, creating a delicious and visually appealing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Begin by heating a generous splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and allow it to cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it turns golden brown.
- Incorporate the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a rolling boil.
- Gently add the orzo pasta to the boiling broth, stirring occasionally and following package instructions for cooking time, typically around 8-10 minutes.
- After the orzo cooks, lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice and zest, dried oregano, and spinach until the spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with a lemon wedge or fresh herbs.
Notes
Customize with sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts for a Mediterranean twist. Ensure to let the chicken cook evenly and don’t rush the garlic for improved flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken, Orzo, Spinach, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner