Easy One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Orzo with Veggies Delight for a Quick Dinner!
A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring balsamic chicken, orzo, and a variety of vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, cherry tomatoes, and spinach.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg