Description
This Easy Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo is a vibrant one-pan meal packed with juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and tender orzo pasta. The splash of balsamic adds a tangy twist that brings it all together in just 35 minutes perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and red onion for 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–12 minutes until orzo is cooked and liquid absorbed.
- Return chicken to the skillet, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and cook for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs if you prefer a juicier cut.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in balsamic and garlic ahead of time.
- Feel free to toss in spinach or kale at the end for a green boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: one-pan chicken, balsamic chicken, veggie orzo, weeknight dinner, skillet meal