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Chicken and Vegetable Orzo – A One-Pot, Family-Friendly Dinner

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A cozy one-pot dinner featuring juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and orzo pasta simmered in savory broth. Light, hearty, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

  • 1 cup orzo pasta

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 1 zucchini, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped

  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.

  • Add more oil if needed. Sauté onion and carrots until soft. Add garlic and zucchini. Cook 2–3 minutes.

  • Pour in broth and bring to simmer. Stir in orzo and cook uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring often.

  • Return chicken to the pan. Add cherry tomatoes. Simmer 2–3 more minutes.

  • Stir in herbs and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days.

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