Herbed Chicken with Zucchini and Orzo

Herbed Chicken with Zucchini and Orzo

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 15 minuten
Cooking Time:20 minuten
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Equipment

Ingrediënten

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 zucchini sliced
  • 8- oz. package orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh dill snipped
  • Garnish:
  • Lemon wedges

Instructies

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle chicken with dried basil, salt, and pepper.
  • Add chicken to the skillet and cook, turning once, for 12 minutes or until juices run clear.
  • Remove chicken to a plate and keep warm.
  • Add sliced zucchini to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions; drain and stir in butter.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh dill (if using).
  • Drizzle the mixture over the orzo and toss to mix.
  • Season the orzo with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Serve the herbed chicken and zucchini with orzo, garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 500 kcal
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Recipe Category Chicken / Main Dish
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