MEDITERRANEAN LEMON CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND ORZO

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I like this pasta dish because it's different and tastes exotic. Doesn't take a long time to prepare. You could also add capers for an extra touch. If you don't have orzo on hand, bow tie pasta works too.

Provided by Lisa Neilson

Categories     Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 oz orzo pasta
1/2 c kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite size pieces
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 small cans artichoke hearts in brine, drained and quartered
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tsp fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 c chicken broth
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in olives. Keep warm.
  • 2. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Spray a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and cook until browned. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • 3. Add the artichoke hearts, garlic, and oregano to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly until fragrant. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • 4. Add chicken and artichoke mixture to pasta in large bowl. Serve with a smile!

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