Lemon Chicken Orzo

Name: Lemon Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1-1/4 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta; 2 cups chopped fresh spinach; 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil; Lemon wedges, optional

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

Lemon chicken orzo is a one-pot wonder. It's easy enough to make for a weeknight meal, but fancy enough to serve for guests. Customize it with different pasta shapes and your favorite vegetables.

Updated at: Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:10:24 GMT