Effortless Chicken Meal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 big handfuls of baby spinach leaves
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3 to 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skin-free
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A cup of orzo pasta
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon of dried oregano
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1 cup of small cherry tomatoes, cut in half
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Juice squeezed from one fresh lemon
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2 tablespoons of good olive oil
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Salt and pepper as needed
# Instructions:
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Chop the garlic and cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Boil the orzo as directed on its pack.
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On medium heat, warm up the olive oil in a big skillet. Cook the chicken breasts, flipping after 6-7 minutes, until they're golden and cooked through.
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Toss in the garlic and halved tomatoes, stirring until the aroma fills the air.
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Pour the cooked orzo and fresh spinach into the skillet. Stir until the spinach starts to wilt down.
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Drizzle lemon juice and sprinkle the oregano over everything. Quickly mix and serve while hot, adding garnish if you'd like.
# Notes:
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Toss in some feta crumbles or slices of kalamata olives at the end for an extra kick of flavor.
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Want to skip gluten? Use cooked quinoa or a type of rice instead of orzo.
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Keep leftovers in the fridge in a sealed container for up to three days.
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Try sprinkling on fresh herbs, like parsley or basil, to brighten up the dish.