Mediterranean Chicken And Orzo Salad In Red Pepper

Name: Mediterranean Chicken And Orzo Salad In Red Pepper Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound uncooked orzo pasta; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 3/4 teaspoon dried basil; 3/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half; 1/4 cup black olives, cut in half lengthwise; 2 ounces crumbled feta cheese; 1 grilled chicken breast half, diced; 2 red bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise and seeded; 4 sprigs fresh oregano

Servings: persons

1/2 pound uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1/4 cup black olives, cut in half lengthwise
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 grilled chicken breast half, diced
2 red bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise and seeded
4 sprigs fresh oregano

1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the orzo, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, transfer to a bowl, and let cool in the refrigerator.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, oregano, basil, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, stir together the cooked orzo, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and chicken breast meat until thoroughly combined. Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture, lightly mix to coat all ingredients with dressing, and spoon into the red pepper halves. Garnish each serving with an oregano sprig.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound uncooked orzo pasta, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Chicken And Orzo Salad In Red Pepper Cups falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Mediterranean Chicken And Orzo Salad In Red Pepper Cups

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