One-Pan Creamy Lemon Orzo with Juicy Peri Peri Chicken – High Protein & Easy

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RECIPE:

Ingredients:

- 250g dry orzo

- 600g chicken breast

- 1 tbsp pesto

- 1 tbsp basil paste

- 2 tbsp light cream cheese

- 2 .5 cups chicken broth

- 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved

- spinach (eyeballed)

- 200g frozen or regular broccoli florets

- 40g parmesan, grated

- Zest + juice of 1 lemon

CHICKEN MARINATE

- 1 mingle Peri peri seasoning packet

- 1 tbsp garlic paste

- Salt + pepper

Method:

Cut the chicken breast into tender sized strips. Then coat the chicken in peri peri seasoning, garlic paste, salt + pepper. Let the chicken sit for at least an hour in the fridge to marinate.

Air fry the chicken at 190°C for 8–10mins then flip and cook for another 8–10. Let the chicken rest and then slice.

In a large pan on medium heat, add chicken broth and orzo. Cook for 8–10mins, (stirring occasionally) until most liquid is absorbed. Add more water or stock if needed.

Next stir in the cream cheese, pesto, lemon juice, lemon zest and basil paste until melted and creamy.

Add broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, salt + pepper and cook for a further 2–3 mins until tender and wilted.

Serve orzo topped with sliced peri peri chicken and a sprinkle of parsley.

Enjoy ✨🫶

4/21 Edited to

I recently tried making this creamy lemon orzo with peri peri chicken and it quickly became one of my favorite go-to meals. What I love most is how it all comes together in one pan, making cleanup super simple and saving so much time in the kitchen. Marinating the chicken with peri peri seasoning and garlic paste for at least an hour really amps up the flavor, giving it a nice spicy kick that balances beautifully with the rich cream cheese and zesty lemon in the orzo. I used an air fryer for the chicken which kept it juicy and gave a perfect slightly crispy texture without any extra oil. Adding spinach, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes not only adds vibrant color to the dish but also boosts the nutritional value, making it a complete and healthy meal. I usually eyeball the spinach as fresh spinach wilts quickly and adds a subtle sweetness to the dish. The parmesan on top adds a lovely nutty finish that ties everything together. I’ve found that this recipe is quite flexible. If you don’t have chicken broth on hand, water with a bit of extra seasoning works fine. Also, you can swap orzo for another small pasta if preferred. This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy a high-protein, creamy comfort meal that doesn’t feel heavy or boring. It’s perfect for anyone looking to eat healthy without sacrificing taste or spending hours cooking. If you’re new to peri peri seasoning, it’s worth trying—it’s bright, spicy, and flavorful, transforming ordinary chicken breasts into something exciting. Overall, this dish is a winner for meal prep or a quick dinner and always garners compliments from family and friends who try it.

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