Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo with Grilled Chicken

Name: Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo with Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup plain fat free Greek yogurt, at room temp.; 1 large clove garlic, minced; 1 juice and zest of one lemon; 3 boneless & skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup whole wheat or other whole grain Orzo; 1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed and patted dry; 2 oz finely crumbled Goat cheese, at room temp.; 4 tbsp chopped fresh herbs, such as basil and tarragon; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
whisk together the yogurt, 2 teasoons of the oil, garlic,lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
2
bring a pot of water to boil and preheat an outdoor or indoor grill to medium heat.
3
rub the chicken thighs with remaining oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
4
grill until nicely marked and cooked through, 10 to 12 min.
5
per side.
6
transfer to a cutting board and let stand for 5 min
7
add Orzo to boiling water and cook according to package directions for al dente, stirring the peas in the last min.
8
of cooking.
9
drain the Orzo and peas, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
10
stir the Orzo and peas into the yogurt mixture, along with the goat cheese, 3 tablespoons of fresh herbs and at least 3/4 cup of cooking liquid until wel combined.
11
transfer to a serving platter
12
thinly slich chicken and arrange on top of the Orzo, sprinkle with lemon zest and remaining fresh herbs and serve

375

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 plain fat free Greek yogurt, at room temp., 1 large clove garlic, minced, 1 juice and zest of one lemon, 3 boneless & skinless chicken thighs, and more.

Yes, Creamy Lemon-Pepper Orzo with Grilled 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!