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Lemon Garlic Chicken Orzo with Honey Whipped Feta Recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Orzo with Honey Whipped Feta Recipe
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A vibrant and flavorful Lemon Garlic Chicken Orzo bowl topped with creamy Honey Whipped Feta. This dish combines tender, zesty chicken with perfectly cooked orzo pasta and a sweet, tangy feta topping, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal that’s easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Lemon Garlic Chicken

  • 450 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Orzo

  • 1 ½ cups dry orzo pasta
  • 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Honey Whipped Feta

  • 150 g (5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1–2 tbsp honey (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Lemon slices
  • Fresh parsley or thyme

Instructions

  1. Cook the Orzo: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes until slightly golden and fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8–10 minutes until the orzo is tender. Drain any excess liquid if necessary.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well coated. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Make the Honey Whipped Feta: In a food processor or blender, combine the crumbled feta cheese, plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth, fluffy, and lightly sweetened to your liking.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked orzo evenly among serving bowls. Top each with the lemon garlic chicken and generous dollops of honey whipped feta.
  5. Serve: Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Serve the dish warm and enjoy the balance of zesty, savory, and sweet flavors.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of honey in the whipped feta to match your preferred level of sweetness.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add roasted vegetables instead.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content of the dish.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme enhance the flavor but are optional.
  • Make sure not to overcook the orzo to maintain a tender but firm texture.

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Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken, Orzo Pasta, Honey Whipped Feta, Mediterranean Recipe, Easy Dinner, Healthy Chicken Recipe

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