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Tavuk Şiş
Easy 2 hr 55 min~260 kcal 7/10
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Lemon Chicken Orzo
This Greek-style pot combines chicken, orzo, and lemon for a brothy bright Mediterranean supper.
Easy⏱️ 37 min📖 1 min readServes 4~292 kcal🇬🇷 Greek🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 18 min cook 5 min rest
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 37 min- Prep14 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 500 g Chicken breast
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Orzo
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Lemon juice
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Chicken stock
- 0.3 bunch Dill
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces and rub it with lemon zest and salt.
- 2
Saute the chicken in the pot for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the orzo and turn it in the chicken fat for 2 minutes.
2 min02:00 - 4
Add the chicken stock and lemon juice, then cover the pot.
- 5
Cook over low heat for 12 minutes, stirring once midway so the orzo does not stick to the bottom.
12 min12:00 - 6
Rest for 5 minutes and serve with dill or parsley.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Adding the lemon after taking the pot off the heat leaves a bright flavor in the orzo.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the orzo in a deep plate, scatter dill over the top, and add a lemon wedge.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~292
kcal calories
24
g protein
22
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 33%Carbs 30%Fat 37%
GI 5 · Low GIGL 1 · Low GL
0.5g
Sugar
0g
Fiber
1152.2mg
Sodium
1.1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Lemon Chicken Orzo make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Lemon Chicken Orzo take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 37 minutes in total.Is Lemon Chicken Orzo difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Lemon Chicken Orzo have?
Approximately 292 kcal per serving. Protein: 24g, carbs: 22g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Lemon Chicken Orzo contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Lemon Chicken Orzo belong to?
This recipe belongs to Greek cuisine.How many ingredients does Lemon Chicken Orzo need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Lemon Chicken Orzo filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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