Description
A vibrant and hearty stir-fry featuring zesty lemon chicken, colorful mixed vegetables, and charming orzo pasta, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Begin by boiling water in a large pot, then add the orzo pasta. Cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Once done, drain the orzo and set it aside.
- Sauté garlic: While the orzo is cooking, heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute or until it becomes fragrant.
- Cook the chicken: Next, add the diced chicken breast to the skillet. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and no longer pink inside.
- Add the vegetables: Incorporate your mixed vegetables into the skillet. Stir and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Combine and finish: Now it’s time to bring everything together. Add the drained orzo to the skillet with the chicken and vegetables. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the mixture and stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Finally, transfer your Lemon Chicken Vegetable Orzo Stir Fry to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful flavors!
Notes
For added crunch, consider topping with slivered almonds or sesame seeds. You can also swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian version, and use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg