Ingredients
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Step‑By‑Step Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Once done, remove the chicken and set it aside, leaving the flavorful oil in the pan.
- While the chicken is cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the whole wheat orzo and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain the orzo, but reserve a little cooking water in case you need to loosen the mixture later. Keep the cooked orzo warm.
- In the same sauté pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and heat it for about 2 minutes over medium heat. Introduce minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in halved grape tomatoes and white wine, allowing the mixture to bubble and cook for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften and the wine reduces.
- Add the cooked orzo to the pan along with kalamata olives, fresh spinach, oregano, red pepper flakes, and pine nuts. Toss everything together over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Slice the sautéed chicken and place it on top of the orzo mixture. Crumble feta cheese over the top and sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley.
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This Mediterranean chicken recipe creates a flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights, allowing for various ingredient swaps and meal prep options.
