Fast Dinner Fix (Printable Version)
A simple, vibrant dish featuring seared chicken breasts, juicy tomatoes, fresh spinach, and lemon-zested orzo pasta, all cooked in one pan and done in half an hour.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup orzo pasta
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Juice from one lemon
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2 handfuls of baby spinach
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2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil
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3-4 chicken breasts without skin or bones
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Salt and pepper as needed
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4 minced fresh garlic cloves
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1 tsp oregano (dried)
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1 cup of cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
# Steps:
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Halve your cherry tomatoes, chop the garlic, and boil the orzo following the box instructions.
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Season the chicken pieces and sear them in a hot pan with olive oil over medium heat. Give each side 6-7 minutes to brown up nicely.
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Toss in the garlic and tomato halves. Stir around until you notice the garlic smelling really good.
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Pour the cooked orzo into the pan along with the fresh spinach. Mix until the spinach softens up.
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Drizzle the lemon juice over everything and sprinkle with oregano. Stir gently, plate it up, and serve hot with your favorite garnish.
# Notes:
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For a bit of extra flavor, toss in feta pieces or some kalamata olives before serving.
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Swap orzo for cooked quinoa or rice to make this free of gluten.
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Keep leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge, and they’ll last up to 3 days.
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Add brightness by topping the dish with fresh parsley or basil leaves.