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Lemon Orzo & Chicken

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Lemon Orzo and Chicken is a bright, protein-packed dish made with tender, seasoned chicken and perfectly cooked orzo tossed in fresh lemon. Light yet satisfying, this meal delivers bold Mediterranean flavor while providing high-quality protein for lasting energy and fullness. Perfect for a quick meal, or your weekly meal prep.

Lemon Orzo and Chicken is a bright, protein-packed dish made with tender, seasoned chicken and perfectly cooked orzo tossed in fresh lemon. Light yet satisfying, this meal delivers bold Mediterranean flavor while providing high-quality protein for lasting energy and fullness. Perfect for a quick meal, or your weekly meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 2lbs chicken, cubed

  • 1 yellow onion, diced 

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced 

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ¼ tsp chili flakes 

  • ½ tsp paprika 

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp pepper

  • 2 cups bone broth

  • 1 cup orzo, dry

  • Zest & juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 bag spinach 

  • ⅔ cup heavy cream 

Direction:

  1. In a large pot on medium heat saute one yellow onion diced until translucent 

  2. Add in cubed chicken, garlic, onion powder, chili flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper

  3. Allow chicken to cook, about 10 minutes

  4. Once chicken in fully cooked remove from pan and set aside

  5. In the same pot add bone broth and dry orzo

  6. Allow to cook for 8-10 minutes or until orzo is cooked

  7. Add the chicken back into the pot along with lemon and spinach

  8. Once spinach is wilted add in cream for another 2-3 minutes and enjoy!