Lemon Orzo with Chicken and Spring Vegetables

Name: Lemon Orzo with Chicken and Spring Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lemon (zested, then sliced into 1/4" coins); 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil (divided); 2 large portobello mushrooms (slices into 1/2" pieces); 1 lb asparagus (trimmed and chopped into 1" pieces); 1 leek, white and light green parts only (halved and thinly sliced); 1 c whole wheat orzo; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tsp sea or kosher salt; 1 tsp cracked black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 2 c vegetable or chicken broth; 2/3 c frozen peas

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:40min

Caramelized lemons infuse this Lemon Orzo with sweet citrusy vibrance from the very first step. You'll start by sautéing lemons in olive oil, then crisping up hearty veggies in the infused oil. Whole wheat orzo brings a nutty flavor that perfectly compliments the woody veggies. A final layer of flavor is added with fresh zest at the very end. A subtle but balanced lemony affair awaits!

Updated at: Sun, 22 Aug 2021 19:28:59 GMT