Description

A flavorful and zesty dish featuring tender garlic herb chicken served over a bed of bright lemon orzo, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Meanwhile, cook the orzo in a medium saucepan with chicken broth according to package instructions until tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, and parsley into the orzo. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the garlic herb chicken over the lemon orzo. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 1 hour before cooking.
Substitute dried herbs if fresh ones aren’t available—use one-third the amount.
Add steamed vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with orzo
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 95mg