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Orzo with Feta, Chicken and Peppers
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Lemon Garlic Orzo with Feta, Shredded Chicken & Roasted Red Peppers

This Lemon Garlic Orzo is a light, zesty, and protein-packed Greek-inspired pasta salad. With shredded chicken, roasted red peppers, and tangy feta, it’s perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or a quick Mediterranean dinner.
Course main course, pasta
Cuisine Mediterranean diet
Keyword feta chicken orzo, greek orzo recipe, lemon orzo salad, mediterranean pasta salad

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken/vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta or grated kefalotyri cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Orzo: Bring water or broth to a boil. Add orzo and salt. Simmer until orzo is tender (8–10 min). Drain excess water.
  2. Prepare the Garlic Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a pan. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
  3. Add Fresh Flavors: Zest and juice the lemon.
  4. Combine Everything: To cooked orzo, add garlic oil, lemon juice/zest, chicken, peppers, and parsley. Stir to heat through.
  5. Add Cheese: Fold in feta or kefalotyri. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Garnish with parsley, more cheese, and lemon wedges if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.