Herb Chicken with Zucchini Orzo
Only have 30 minutes to cook dinner? This Herb Chicken with Zucchini Orzo is a healthy, light meal for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried orzo
- 1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
- 2 zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp. fresh dill
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare orzo according to package directions. Cover and keep warm. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with basil, salt and pepper.
- In large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add chicken and cook for 12 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from skillet. Add zucchini to skillet; cook for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook one minute more. In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and dill. Add orzo and zucchini. Season with salt and pepper. Serve chicken over zucchini orzo mixture. Serve with lemon wedges.
