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Balsamic Glazed Chicken & Orzo with Feta & Grilled Zucchini

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Tender balsamic-glazed chicken pieces served over orzo pasta with crumbled feta and grilled zucchini, a perfect summer dinner.

Ingredients

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  • For the Balsamic Chicken:
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • For the Orzo:
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • For the Grilled Zucchini:
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Serving:
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil. Add chicken pieces, toss to coat, and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. 2. Meanwhile, cook orzo in chicken broth according to package directions until al dente. Drain if needed and stir in butter.
  3. 3. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side until tender with grill marks.
  4. 4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the marinated chicken pieces for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  5. 5. To serve, divide orzo among plates, top with grilled zucchini and chicken, sprinkle with feta cheese, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, substitute orzo with gluten-free pasta or rice. The chicken can be grilled instead of pan-cooked for extra smokiness.

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