SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN WITH ORZO

Southwestern Chicken with Orzo image

I love this recipe. It's wonderful as a hot meal and also makes for great leftovers. I use it cold the next day in a wrap or hot as dip with corn chips! -Tanya Riehle, Cresco, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons canola oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, zucchini, red pepper and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package directions., Stir the beans, corn, salsa, salad dressing, chili powder and garlic into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until slightly melted. Remove from the heat; whisk in sour cream until smooth. Drain orzo; serve with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 38g protein.