Lemon Chicken and Orzo

Lemon Chicken and Orzo is an easy baked one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, fresh lemon, Parmesan cheese, and spinach. Everything cooks together in a single casserole dish, making it a simple meal.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In the casserole dish, combine 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes, 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cups dried orzo pasta, zest of 1 lemon, 1/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice, 1 Tablespoon minced garlic, 2 teaspoons lemon pepper, 2 teaspoons onion powder, and 2 teaspoons garlic powder. Make sure the orzo is submerged in the liquid. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Step 3

Bake on the middle oven rack for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the orzo is tender.

Step 4

Stir in the 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese and 1 cup chopped baby spinach until the spinach has slightly wilted.

Step 5

Serve and enjoy!

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