Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta
Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta is an easy one pan dinner with asparagus, artichokes, and feta. Ready in 30 minutes, bright, fresh, and full of flavor!
Servings 4
Calories 405kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta, dry
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 10 oz crumbled feta cheese
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring 3 cups of salted water to a boil in a large pan.
- Add the orzo and cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- Drain and rinse under cool water, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. In the same pan, sauté with a drizzle of olive oil for 6–7 minutes, until tender.
- Add the cooked asparagus to the bowl with the orzo, along with the shredded chicken and chopped artichoke hearts.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well coated.
- Finish with freshly cracked black pepper and crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 966mg | Potassium: 451mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 691IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 216mg | Iron: 3mg