Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo Chicken Recipe

Name: Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fat free greek yogurt plain, at room temperature; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic minced; 1 lemon juice and zest; ground black pepper; 3 boneless skinless chicken breast; 1/2 pound whole wheat orzo 1/2 box; 1 cup petite peas frozen, thawed and patted dry; 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese finely, at room temperature; 4 tablespoons basil chopped, or tarragon

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fat free greek yogurt plain, at room temperature
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic minced
1 lemon juice and zest
ground black pepper
3 boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 pound whole wheat orzo 1/2 box
1 cup petite peas frozen, thawed and patted dry
2 ounces crumbled goat cheese finely, at room temperature
4 tablespoons basil chopped, or tarragon

1
Whisk together the yogurt, 2 teaspoons of the oil, garlic, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
2
Bring a pot of water to a boil and preheat an outdoor or indoor grill to medium heat. Cube and saute the chicken breast using the steaming method. Add 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Transfer to a cutting board at let stand for at least 5 minutes.
3
Add the orzo to the boiling water and cook according to package directions for al dente.
4
Cook Peas in microwave for three minutes. Drain the orze and mix one cup of cooked orzo with peas, into the yogurt mixture, along with the goat cheese, 3 tablespoons of the fresh herbs, and chicken until well combined. Transfer to a platter.
5
Sprinkle with the lemon zest and the remaining 1 tablespoon fresh herbs and serve

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fat free greek yogurt plain, at room temperature, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 clove garlic minced, 1 lemon juice and zest, and more.

Yes, Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo Chicken falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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