Orzo Chicken Greek Salad

Here's a fresh and flavorful Orzo Chicken Greek Salad recipe — perfect for a light dinner or meal prep! --- Orzo Chicken Greek Salad 🕒 Prep Time: 15 mins 🕒 Cook Time: 20 mins 🍽️ Serves: 4 --- Ingredients For the Salad: 1 cup orzo, cooked and cooled 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (grilled or rotisserie works well) 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced ½ red onion, thinly sliced ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped For the Dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp oregano (dried or fresh) Salt & pepper, to taste Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness --- Instructions 1. Cook the Orzo: Boil orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside. 2. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using). 3. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine orzo, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to combine. 4. Add Feta Last: Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. 5. Chill or Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Great served cold or at room temperature! --- Optional Add-ins: Sliced bell peppers Artichoke hearts Spinach or arugula Sun-dried tomatoes Let me know if you want a vegetarian version or a meal prep plan with it!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet