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Lemon-Dill Chicken and Orzo Pasta Salad
Our lemon-dill orzo chicken pasta salad has something for everyone - a flavorful blend of tender chicken, hearty orzo pasta, and fresh veggies, all tied together with a tangy lemon and dill dressing. This is the perfect companion for your summer picnics or family gatherings.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
279 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Greek, Italian, Italian-American Fussion
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken tenderloin
- 2 teaspoons lemon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 cup pea thawed frozen
- 1 medium red bell pepper seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup dill minced fresh
- 1/2 cup lemon juice Juice from 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat a heavy skillet or grill pan on medium-high heat.
- Trim any excess fat from the chicken tenders. Season both sides using lemon pepper and salt. Add olive oil to the pan, ensure it coats the entire surface, then cook the chicken tenders. Cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side until done. Note that cooking time may vary depending on chicken thickness.
- As the chicken cooks, prepare the orzo pasta as per the instructions on the package. After draining, rinse it under cold water to cool.
- Transfer the cooled orzo to a large bowl. Mix in peas, diced red bell pepper, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt as per your preference.
- Chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, then add it to the pasta mixture. Stir everything together until well combined. Allow it to chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
279kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
Cholesterol
48mg
(16%)
Sodium
190mg
(8%)
Potassium
509mg
(11%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
985IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
45mg
(50%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 279kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 509mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 985IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 45mg | 50% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.