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Grilled Chicken Orzo Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 2 cups orzo pasta
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
– 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– 1/4 cup lemon vinaigrette dressing


Instructions

Creating Grilled Chicken Orzo Salad can be simple if you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Cook the Orzo: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken: While the orzo cooks, season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
4. Combine the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
5. Mix the Salad: Add the cooked orzo to the bowl with vegetables. Toss to combine.
6. Add the Chicken: Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the salad mixture.
7. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is well coated.
8. Add Feta: If using, sprinkle the feta cheese on top of the salad.
9. Serve: The salad can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Following these steps will guide you in creating this incredible salad effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: Swap the grilled chicken for grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.