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Lemon Chicken & Veggie Orzo Stir Fry

Lemon Chicken & Veggie Orzo Stir Fry for Quick Family Nights

Lemon Chicken & Veggie Orzo Stir Fry is a quick, tasty dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast Substitution: Shrimp or tofu.
For the Orzo
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Substitution: Small pasta shapes or gluten-free orzo.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli) Customize based on seasonal vegetables.
For the Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Provides healthy fat for cooking.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
  • 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced Supplies bright flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon oregano Adds an earthy flavor.
  • salt To taste.
  • pepper To taste.
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or low-sodium broth Adds moisture and flavor.
For the Garnish
  • fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta and cook for 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Season 1 pound of chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano. Sauté chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove from pan.
  3. Add another tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, and mixed vegetables to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until veggies are tender and vibrant.
  4. Combine chicken, orzo, lemon juice and zest, and broth in the skillet. Stir well and heat through for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to swap proteins or vegetables based on what's in season. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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