One-Pan Balsamic Chicken Orzo
A flavorful and simple one-pan dish combining juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and orzo pasta, all prepared conveniently in one skillet.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 piece bell pepper, chopped
- 1 piece zucchini, sliced
- ΒΌ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh basil
Instructions
Preparation
- Before you start cooking, gather all your ingredients and tools. Chop your vegetables and dice the chicken, so everything is ready to go.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Cooking
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and sliced zucchini. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Add 1 cup of orzo pasta along with 2 cups of chicken broth. Stir well to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, check the orzo. Stir in 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top before serving.
Notes
This dish can be customized by adding different proteins or seasonal vegetables.