Mediterranean Style Chicken with Orzo



Total Time 20 minutes

Number of Servings: 4


Ingredients


  • 16 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
    2 garlic cloves, chopped
    18 oz low-sodium chicken stock
    1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
    2 zucchini, quartered, sliced in half and chopped
    2 plum tomatoes, chopped
    1 bell pepper, chopped
    1 cup whole wheat orzo
    1 Tbsp parsley, chopped
    1 Tbsp capers, drained and rinsed



Directions

Place washed chicken in a plastic bag or on a cutting board. Pound out chicken to 3/4 inch thickness. Spray a 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium high heat. Add chicken; saute for 5-7 minutes or until meat is browned on both sides. Add garlic,seasonings and broth to skillet. Bring to a simmer. Add orzo and cover with a tight fitting lid. Simmer for 6 minutes. Stir in vegetables and continue to simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Toss in drained capers and chopped parsley.

Try serving this with steamed broccoli.


Nutritional Info
Amount Per Serving

  • Calories: 314
  • Total Fat: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 65.7 mg
  • Sodium: 364.5 mg
  • Total Carbs: 39 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.4 g
  • Protein: 35 g