Description
A heartwarming dish featuring succulent chicken glazed with balsamic vinegar, creamy whipped feta, and roasted strawberries, served over fluffy orzo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the strawberries by tossing them with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Cook the orzo in salted water according to package instructions, drain, and stir in olive oil and salt.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown; let it rest.
- Make the balsamic glaze in the same skillet by simmering balsamic vinegar until it thickens; return the chicken to coat it.
- Whip the feta in a blender with a splash of water until smooth.
- Assemble in a serving bowl with orzo, roasted strawberries, and basil; top with glazed chicken and whipped feta.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead options include preparing roasted strawberries and whipped feta a day in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: balsamic chicken, orzo recipe, whipped feta, roasted strawberries, easy dinner