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Greek Chicken Orzo Power Bowls Recipe

Greek Chicken Orzo Power Bowls Recipe

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  • Author: Stacy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Greek Chicken Orzo Power Bowls are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, tangy Tzatziki sauce, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!


Ingredients

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Orzo Pasta:

  • 4 cups prepared orzo pasta

Chicken:

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Veggie Mixture:

  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced and quartered
  • 2 large shallots, diced
  • 12 cherry tomatoes, halved or diced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Additional:

  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 bunch Fresh mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Orzo: Cook orzo according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. Cook Chicken: Season chicken with half of the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through. Slice thinly.
  3. Prepare Veggie Mixture: Combine cucumbers, shallots, tomatoes, and lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Assemble Bowls: Divide orzo among bowls. Top with sliced chicken, veggie mixture, dollops of Tzatziki sauce, feta cheese, and mint.
  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg