Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Stir cooked orzo into the skillet with tomatoes, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
- Slice grilled chicken and arrange on top of the orzo mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
- Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts. Serve warm garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for different flavors.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Grilling and stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High-protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with orzo
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg