Let's Eat!

recipe Apr 03, 2022

A fantastic dish for lunch or dinner - Greek Chicken Orzo Power Bowls!

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups prepared orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cucumber, sliced and quartered
  • 2 large shallots, diced
  • 12 cherry tomatoes, halved and diced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 bunch of fresh mint for garnish, if desired. 

Instructions:

  • Prepare orzo in advance according to package directions. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet or non-stick pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Place chicken in pan and sprinkle with half of your oregano, basil, salt and pepper over top. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes. Flip chicken over and sprinkle with remaining oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cook for another 6 to 8 minutes, or until juices run clear and chicken is golden brown. Remove from pan and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Slice thinly.
  • Cut up cucumbers, shallots, and tomatoes. Mix in bowl and drizzle with lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. 
  • Place orzo in bottom of each bowl. Place sliced chicken in bowl. Add veggie mixture in bowl. Add dolls of tzatziki sauce randomly around bowl.
  • Sprinkle with feta cheese.
  • Add sprigs of mint, if desired.
  • Serve immediately. 

ENJOY!

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