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Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo

Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo: Delicious One-Pan Dinner Delight

A delightful one-pan meal combining juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and orzo pasta, infused with rich balsamic vinegar. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken for speed.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Substitutable with your preferred small pasta.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Mix colors for variety.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Cooks quickly and adds sweetness.
For the Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Opt for high-quality aged balsamic.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with another cooking oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add bite-sized chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  2. Add chopped bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet, followed by minced garlic. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened but still tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in the orzo pasta and chicken broth. Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  4. Once the orzo is al dente, stir in the balsamic vinegar. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes over low heat, stirring continuously.
  5. Remove from heat and serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for meal prepping; simply double the batch to enjoy throughout the week.

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