Description
Experience the comforting blend of tender chicken, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic simmered with creamy orzo for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the slow cooker.
- 2. Add Flavor: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Pour over the chicken.
- 3. Add Broth: Carefully pour chicken broth over all ingredients in the slow cooker.
- 4. Cook: Cover and set on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 5. Cook the Orzo: After removing the chicken and shredding it, stir uncooked orzo into the remaining broth mixture in the slow cooker.
- 6. Finish Cooking: Cook on high for an additional 20 minutes until orzo is tender. Stir in shredded chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, replace orzo with quinoa or rice. Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition. Fresh garlic enhances flavor; don’t substitute with powdered garlic.