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Easy Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo — homemade Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo recipe

Easy Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo

A quick and healthy Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and al dente orzo tossed in a sweet balsamic glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups zucchini, diced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook cubed chicken until golden brown.
  2. Add diced zucchini and dried oregano to the skillet, sautéing until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Boil orzo in salted water until al dente, then drain well.
  4. Combine the cooked orzo with the chicken and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
  5. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the mixture, toss until evenly coated, and serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.