Orzo with Chicken, Feta and White Wine Recipe

Name: Orzo with Chicken, Feta and White Wine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Orzo; 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese, Divided; 1/4 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Basil, Reserve 2 Tablespoons; 1 pound Chicken Breast Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces; 1/2 cups Red Pepper Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Chopped; 1/2 cups Dry White Wine; 1 can 14.5 Oz Diced Tomatoes In Juice; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Crushed Red Pepper; 2 teaspoons Oregano

Servings: persons

8 ounces, weight Orzo
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese, Divided
1/4 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cups Chopped Fresh Basil, Reserve 2 Tablespoons
1 pound Chicken Breast Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces
1/2 cups Red Pepper Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Chopped
1/2 cups Dry White Wine
1 can 14.5 Oz Diced Tomatoes In Juice
1/2 teaspoons Dried Crushed Red Pepper
2 teaspoons Oregano

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Brush an 11 x 7 inch glass baking dish with oil.
3
Cook orzo according to package directions.
4
Drain well and return orzo to the same pot.
5
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 cup feta cheese, Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons basil; stir to blend.
6
Arrange orzo mixture in the prepared dish.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
8
Add chicken and red pepper until cooked.
9
Add 1 tablespoon oil to the same skillet.
10
Add garlic and saute over medium heat for 30 seconds.
11
Add tomatoes with juice; cook for 1 minute.
12
Stir in wine, oregano, red pepper, and remaining basil.
13
Simmer uncovered until reduced to a thick sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.
14
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper; spoon over chicken.
15
Bake until orzo is heated through, about 10 minutes.
16
Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup feta cheese.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces, weight Orzo, 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese, Divided, 1/4 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese, and more.

Yes, Orzo with Chicken, Feta and White Wine 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!

Orzo with Chicken, Feta and White Wine

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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