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4) Lemon Chicken Orzo with Spinach

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon about 2 tbsp juice
  • 4 cups baby spinach packed
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan plus extra for serving
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano; brown in olive oil over medium-high heat 4–5 minutes until golden.
  2. Add garlic and orzo; toast 1 minute, then pour in chicken broth and lemon zest/juice.
  3. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender and liquid mostly absorbed.
  4. Stir in spinach and Parmesan until wilted and creamy; adjust seasoning.