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Greek Chicken and Orzo

Orzo + chicken = dinner
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Greek
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Author Jim

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken (cubed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 pound orzo
  • 4 lemons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
  • 10 mint leaves torn
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  • Combine juice of the lemons, mustard, honey, and olive oil. Whisk together and set aside.
  • Prepare orzo per package directions in heavily salted water. Undercook the orzo by 1-2 minutes.
  • As orzo cooks, place large saute pan over high heat. Toss chicken in salt and pepper and brown, 6-7 minutes. Once cooked, finish with the oregano.
  • As everything else cooks, halve tomatoes and chop scallions.
  • As everything comes together, toss chicken, orzo, tomatoes, scallions, and dressing to combine. Finish with the torn mint and pine nuts, and serve with a roasted veggie.

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Nutrition

Serving: 4People | Calories: 762kcal