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Bowl of one pot chicken and vegetable orzo with chunks of chicken, carrots, zucchini, and herbs

One Pot Chicken and Vegetable Orzo

A simple and hearty one-pot meal with chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup zucchini diced
For the Orzo and Seasoning
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and zucchini. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften.
  3. Stir in orzo, chicken broth, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can substitute vegetables like bell peppers or spinach based on preference.

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