Irresistible Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo
A quick and flavorful Mediterranean dish featuring juicy chicken, orzo pasta, and vibrant cherry tomatoes, all enhanced by aromatic herbs.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced (black or green) Optional
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Mediterranean spices (such as oregano, basil, and thyme)
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash the cherry tomatoes and halve them carefully. Slice the olives and set them aside. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Mediterranean spices.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear them for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and let it rest.
- In the same skillet, add orzo and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and sliced olives to the orzo and sauté for another couple of minutes.
- Pour in 2 cups of water or chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cook orzo for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- While orzo is cooking, slice rested chicken breasts into strips.
- Once orzo is done, mix in sliced chicken and let it warm for a minute.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
To store leftovers, cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.