SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN WITH ORZO

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I love this recipe. It's wonderful as a hot meal and also makes for great leftovers. I use it cold the next day in a wrap or hot as dip with corn chips! -Tanya Riehle, Cresco, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped zucchini
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons canola oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup salsa
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, zucchini, red pepper and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package directions., Stir the beans, corn, salsa, salad dressing, chili powder and garlic into chicken mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until slightly melted. Remove from the heat; whisk in sour cream until smooth. Drain orzo; serve with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

Alyx Dahmen
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


zubaida ali zada
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe was amazing! The chicken was so flavorful and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasir Sarkar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


aisha ismail
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My husband and I both loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Oguntoye Peter
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Dennis Lad
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was flavorful and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Emma Moss
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Islamic Tv
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe was amazing! The chicken was so flavorful and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Gs Nazmul
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ian MacLeo
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My husband and I both loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nasasira collins
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


mp3 skater
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


alamara Jesi
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This recipe was delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. The chicken was flavorful and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.