Description
A refreshing and flavorful Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl topped with spicy whipped feta, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the diced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- In a skillet, cook the marinated chicken over medium heat until fully cooked.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and spinach.
- For the spicy whipped feta, blend feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Serve the orzo bowl topped with spicy whipped feta.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
- Adjust the spice level of the whipped feta to your preference.
- This dish can be served warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Dijon Chicken, Orzo Bowl, Spicy Whipped Feta, Healthy Meal