Delightful Monterey Chicken Orzo: Your New Weeknight Winner!
Delightful Monterey Chicken Orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, flavorful orzo pasta, and a medley of vegetables, making it a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in garlic, bell peppers, zucchini, and corn; cook for 5 minutes.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg