Description
A vibrant and hearty stir fry featuring juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and tangy lemon-infused orzo, perfect for a quick yet impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed colorful vegetables (like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic and mixed vegetables; sauté until they are tender.
- Stir in cooked orzo, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a flavor boost, marinate the chicken before cooking. Adjust vegetables based on what you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg