Oregano Chicken With Orzo Recipe

Name: Oregano Chicken With Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium fennel bulb, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 medium onion, cut into wedges; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules; 1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 1 1/3 cups orzo pasta; 1 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives; 1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano

Servings: persons

4 medium skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium fennel bulb, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups water
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 1/3 cups orzo pasta
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives
1 tablespoon snipped fresh oregano

1
Brown chicken breasts in hot oil in a large skillet; drain off fat.
2
Add the fennel, onion, and garlic to a 4-quart slow-cooker.
3
Add the chicken breasts.
4
In a small bowl, add the water, balsamic vinegar, bouillon granules, dried oregano (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to mix then pour over chicken.
5
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
6
Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (if using); check for seasoning and add salt/pepper if desired.
7
Prepare orzo according to package directions; drain.
8
Add tomato, cheese, olives, and remaining fresh oregano into orzo; stir to combine; season with salt/pepper if desired.
9
Serve chicken and vegetables with orzo.

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.), 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium fennel bulb, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 medium onion, cut into wedges, and more.

Yes, Oregano Chicken With Orzo 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!

Oregano Chicken With Orzo

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Variations & substitutions

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