High-Protein Lemon Chicken Orzo (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

⏱️ 40 minutes👥 6 servings❤️ Taste: 9/10
High-Protein Lemon Chicken Orzo (Family-Friendly Healthier Version)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Gut Health7/10
Anti-Inflammatory8/10
Blood Sugar Control7/10

Ingredients

  • •• 1 lb organic chicken breast, cubed
  • •• 8 oz whole wheat orzo (instead of regular)
  • •• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (instead of vegetable oil)
  • •• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • •• 1 large lemon, juiced and zested
  • •• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • •• 2 cups baby spinach
  • •• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  • •• 1 tsp dried oregano
  • •• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • •• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 11. Season chicken with salt and pepper
  2. 22. Heat olive oil in large skillet, cook chicken until golden
  3. 33. Add garlic, cook 1 minute
  4. 44. Add orzo, toast for 2 minutes
  5. 55. Add broth, lemon juice, zest, oregano
  6. 66. Simmer 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender
  7. 77. Stir in spinach, Parmesan
  8. 88. Garnish with parsley

Smart Substitutions

• White orzo→Whole wheat orzo

More fiber and nutrients

💡 25% lower
• Vegetable oil→Extra virgin olive oil

Better fats, anti-inflammatory

💡 Minimal change