Best Greek Chicken And Orzo Recipes

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GREEK CHICKEN AND ORZO PASTA SALAD



Greek Chicken and Orzo Pasta Salad image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Pinch of kosher salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, grated
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt
1 pound orzo
10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
1 English cucumber, diced
1/4 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese (use from a block, not packaged crumbled cheese)

Steps:

  • For the chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, salt, oregano, garlic powder, pepper and lemon juice. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Slice the chicken into 1-inch-wide pieces. Set aside.
  • For the breadcrumbs: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium ovensafe skillet, heat the butter, olive oil and garlic over low heat until the garlic begins to sizzle. Add the breadcrumbs and salt and toss to coat. Transfer to the oven and toast until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • For the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, oregano, pepper, garlic and lemon juice in a small bowl until combined.
  • For the salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl. Toss with the dressing while still hot, then let cool to room temperature.
  • When cool, stir in the tomatoes, cucumber and parsley. Top with the feta, sliced chicken and breadcrumbs.

GREEK LEMON CHICKEN AND ORZO CASSEROLE



Greek Lemon Chicken and Orzo Casserole image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons melted butter
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
2 lemons, zested and juiced
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups orzo
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
4 small to medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 lemon, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the orzo: Whisk together the stock, butter, salt, cornstarch, dill, lemon zest and juice and garlic in a bowl. Mix in the orzo.
  • For the chicken: In a separate bowl, mix together the coriander, salt and pepper. Coat the chicken all over with the seasoning.
  • Pour the stock/orzo mixture into a glass 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the chicken breasts, laying them at an angle so all but the tops of the breasts are submerged. Shingle the lemon slices in between the chicken breasts.
  • Bake, uncovered, until the chicken registers an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 35 to 40 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes. Top with the chopped parsley before serving.

AVGOLEMONO WITH ROTISSERIE CHICKEN AND ORZO (GREEK LEMON AND EGG SOUP)



Avgolemono with Rotisserie Chicken and Orzo (Greek Lemon and Egg Soup) image

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Orzo
2 Shallots
2 cloves Garlic
3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
8 cups Chicken Broth
2 Large Eggs, Room Temperature
1/3 cup Lemon Juice, Fresh
1/4 cup Chopped fresh dill
3 cups Cooked Chicken breast (from a rotisserie chicken)

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
  • Cook the shallots, garlic, salt, and pepper in olive oil in a large pot over medium low for 10 min.
  • Add the broth and the chicken. Simmer 10 min.
  • Remove 1 cup of hot broth in a heat-proof measuring cup.
  • Beat the eggs in a bowl. Slowly add the reserved broth, whisking constantly. Stir in lemon juice and then add to the soup.
  • Stir in the orzo and chopped herbs.

QUICK GREEK SPINACH AND CHICKEN ORZO



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This is adapted from a recipe I found in a cooking magazine I get. This is great for brown-bagging because it tastes good at any temperature, and it's really quick to make. If you are salt sensitive, omit the bouillion cubes and olive brine (not essential, but I like the flavor they add).

Provided by Muffin Goddess

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/4 cups/serving, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces orzo pasta
2 chicken bouillon cubes (for the orzo cooking liquid) or 2 vegetable bouillon cubes (for the orzo cooking liquid)
1 oven-roasted deli chicken
3 cups fresh Baby Spinach (regular fresh spinach will work if you can't find baby)
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (I use the plain kind, but the flavored type works here too)
1 large tomatoes, diced (or substitute halved grape tomatoes, approx. 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted (reserve a bit of the brine if you use good quality olives)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons reserved olive brine (optional)
1 tablespoon capers (optional)
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot (needs to be quite large because you will need to have room to mix once you add the bulky spinach) of water to boil with the bouillon cubes. Add orzo and cook according to directions on box (approximately 10 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
  • Stir in all other ingredients and cook over medium heat for about 2 to 3 more minutes to heat everything through.
  • NOTE: If you want to use only the white meat chicken in this dish (which is what I have to do for my family) and your chickens are small, you may want to purchase two rotisserie chickens to guarantee that you'll have enough meat. Reserve the dark meat for another use. Serve warm, at room temp, or cold.

GREEK CHICKEN AND ORZO - KOTA MANESTRA



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Make and share this Greek Chicken and Orzo - Kota Manestra recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 chicken, cut up
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium white onion, chopped
1/2 cup orzo pasta
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, for garnish
1 small lemon, in wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • In large pot, saute onion in olive oil until translucent.
  • Add chicken and brown on all sides.
  • Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
  • Add tomato paste, water, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer 30 minutes, covered.
  • Add orzo and stir regularly until orzo is tender.
  • Serve sprinkled with parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

GREEK CHICKEN AND ORZO



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Make and share this Greek Chicken and Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans fat free chicken broth
1 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 cups orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
3/4 lb boneless chicken breast, diced
3 cups spinach leaves, washed and torn
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat broth, onion and oregano to a boil.
  • Add the Orzo, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chicken and cook 6 minutes longer or until chicken and pasta are cooked.
  • Stir in the spinach, and heat just until the spinach wilts.
  • Remove from heat and top with cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 71.2, Sodium 1126.8, Carbohydrate 68.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.4, Protein 33.5

GREEK SPINACH AND CHICKEN ORZO



Greek Spinach and Chicken Orzo image

This recipe was given to me by a neighbor. I love it and so does my family. A great hit at potlucks.

Provided by Martha Christian

Categories     Pasta

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz orzo (rice shaped pasta)
1 deli rotisserie chicken, skin removed, meat shredded
3 c fresh baby spinach
1 c (4oz.) crumbled feta cheese
1 large tomato, diced
1/2 c pitted kalamata olives
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions.
  • 2. Drain.
  • 3. Return orzo to pot.
  • 4. Stir in all remaining ingredients.
  • 5. Cook 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat or until heated through.

GREEK CHICKEN AND ORZO



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Make and share this Greek Chicken and Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Greek

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 bone-in chicken breasts (2.5 lbs)
1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup pitted black olives, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
handful dill sprigs
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Chicken: Combine oregano, 1/2 tsp salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Rub four lemon slices with 1 Tbs oil. Sprinkle both sides with 1 tsp oregano mixture.
  • Separate skin from chicken breasts with fingers, leaving skin attached. Place one (or two, if desired) lemon slice under skin of each breast.
  • Sprinkle with remaining oregano mixture. Place in roasting pan.
  • Roast 25 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with fork.
  • Orzo: As chicken is cooking, cook orzo as instructed. Add raisins, olives, dill, onion, remaining 1Tbs oil and 1/4 tsp salt.
  • Arrange chicken and orzo. Garnish with lemon slices and dill sprigs.

GREEK SEASONED CHICKEN AND ORZO



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Make and share this Greek Seasoned Chicken and Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sweet Diva MJ

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup lemon juice, fresh
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed
4 (6 ounce) skinless chicken breast halves
cooking spray
3 cups orzo pasta, cooked and hot (about 1 cup uncooked rice-shaped pasta)
1/4 cup black olives, sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1 tablespoon reduced-calorie stick margarine, melted
3/4 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning
oregano sprig (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag.
  • Add chicken; seal and marinate in refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from bag; reserve marinade.
  • Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; cover and grill 10 minutes on each side or until chicken is done; baste occasionally with reserved marinade.
  • Combine orzo and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; toss gently to coat.
  • Serve chicken on top of orzo.
  • Garnish with fresh oregano sprigs, if desired.
  • Yield: 4 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689.9, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 109.7, Sodium 269.1, Carbohydrate 96.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 53.1

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