
Winner Winner Chicken Orzo Dinner
Source: HelloFresh
Although this recipe’s zucchini and tomato medley is a side, it takes center stage in our eyes. It’s equally as creamy as it is crispy, and the combination of panko, mozzarella, and Parmesan sprinkled on top is to thank for that. Served next to an herbed chicken breast and lemony orzo that keep things simple and satisfying, this meal keeps it light without lacking in flavor.
- Health score 5.4/10
- 30 min
- Prep 11 min
- Serves 2
- Easy
- 768 kcal
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Ingredients
- Zucchini1
- Roma Tomato1
- Italian Seasoning1 tbsp
- Orzo Pasta85 g
- Chicken Breasts340 g
- Fresh Mozzarella115 g
- Lemon1
- Parsley5 g
- Panko Breadcrumbs¼ cup
- Parmesan Cheese¼ cup
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- Olive Oil4 tsp
- Salt1
- Pepper1
Method
- Wash and dry all produce. Adjust rack to upper position and preheat oven to 220°C. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Slice zucchini into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Cut tomato into ½-inch-thick wedges. Toss zucchini and tomato with 1 TBSP olive oil and half the Italian seasoning on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast zucchini and tomato in oven until just shy of tender, about 10 minutes. Once water is boiling, add half the orzo from package to pot (use the rest as you like). Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, 9-11 minutes. Drain, then return to pot.
- With your hand on top of one chicken breast, cut ¾ of the way through middle, parallel to cutting board, stopping before you slice through completely. Repeat with other chicken breast. Open each up and season all over with salt, pepper, and remaining Italian seasoning.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in center, 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside on a plate. Meanwhile, cut mozzarella into ½-inch cubes. Halve lemon. Roughly chop parsley.
- Once veggies have roasted 10 minutes, remove baking sheet from oven. Heat broiler to high or increase oven temperature to 260°C. Sprinkle veggies with panko, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Broil (or bake) until panko is golden brown, cheese is melted, and veggies are tender, 3-5 minutes.
- Add juice from one lemon half and half the parsley to pot with orzo and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide orzo between plates. Top with veggies and chicken. Drizzle with any chicken juices from plate and a squeeze of lemon. Garnish with remaining parsley and serve.
Nutrition and health score per serving Estimated
5.4of 10
- Nutrients+2.77Protein +1.25Plants +1.15Fiber +0.37
- Sugar−0.69Glycemic load −0.69
- Fat, salt & calories−1.73Sodium −1.01Saturated fat −0.72
Base 5+2.77−0.69−1.73=5.4
768Calories
64.8 gProtein
32.7 gFat
52.9 gCarbs
Estimated from the ingredients. Not medical advice.
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