Article: Chef's Corner! Recipe of the week 3/22/2025
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Greek Orzo Chicken Bake
Turned in by KSI Ghoulina
Ingredients
16 ounces orzo, cooked and drained
2 (14.5 ounces) cans diced tomatoes, drained
12 ounces crumbled feta cheese, divided
4–5 ounces spinach
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons olive oil
1–pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1- inch pieces
3 teaspoons Greek seasoning (see notes for homemade option)
1 zest from 1 lemon, about 1 tablespoon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. and lightly coat a large casserole dish with a cooking oil spray
Add the orzo, diced tomatoes, 6 oz feta, spinach, oregano and lemon juice and stir to combine. Pour the chicken broth into the orzo mixture
In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with the Greek seasoning ingredients and oil until the chicken pieces are evenly coated
Place the chicken over the orzo, do not stir. Cover the casserole dish and then bake for 1 hour.
Uncover, and sprinkle the lemon zest and remaining 6 oz of cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and feta looks baked
Garnish with your preference of fresh herbs, such as chopped parsley, basil, oregano or dillGreek seasoning for chicken:
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
Additional Info
Written by: KSI Ghoulina
Publish Date: 3/22/2025
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