ORZO WITH CHICKEN AND FRESH HERBS

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This Italian pasta salad makes a terrific lunch or supper for four...on the table in 25 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (about 3.5 oz)
1 pint (2 cups) cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, oregano, marjoram or thyme leaves (or a combination)
2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 cup small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (about 6 oz)
4 large leaves butter lettuce

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  • In large bowl, mix tomatoes, garlic, oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and herbs. Add chicken, cheese and cooked pasta; toss until evenly coated. To serve, spoon 1 1/4 cups salad onto each lettuce leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Bongho Moses
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the orzo and the chicken, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Noluthando Precious
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with chicken, shrimp, and even tofu. It's always delicious.


David Caprice
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This recipe was a lifesaver! I had some leftover chicken and didn't know what to do with it. This dish was quick and easy to make, and it was delicious.


MD Jewel Rana
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I thought this dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Hazel Hart
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice. I would make it again.


Flare Summers
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This recipe was a disaster. The orzo was mushy and the chicken was tough. I would not recommend this recipe.


I'm The Phoenix Soulstar
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the orzo was cooked perfectly. I would try a different cooking method for the chicken next time.


Georgia Konama Duah
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This dish was a little too bland for my taste. I would add more herbs and spices next time.


Bakar bhatti
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this dish changed my mind. The herbs really brightened up the flavor.


Joseph Kilgore
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This was a delicious and easy recipe. I added some extra vegetables to make it even healthier.


Akindele Ayomide
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Ahmed Ahmuya
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Stephanie Espinoza
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The orzo was cooked perfectly and the chicken was very flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone.


Manos Schizarakis
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I loved how easy this dish was to make. It was perfect for a weeknight meal.


Tyler Finley
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This orzo with chicken and fresh herbs was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely be making this dish again.