Easy Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo
Easy Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo is a colorful, one-pan meal that brings together succulent chicken, fresh vegetables, and tender orzo pasta, all enhanced by a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Cook the chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté with cherry tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10–12 minutes until orzo is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; drizzle with balsamic vinegar and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg