A Mediterranean bowl combining grilled chicken, orzo, cucumbers, tomatoes, and a creamy feta-yogurt sauce.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Pasta
10 - 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
11 - 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)
→ Vegetables
12 - 1 cup diced cucumber
13 - 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced (optional)
→ Feta-Yogurt Drizzle
16 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
17 - 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
18 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
19 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
20 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
21 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
22 - Pinch of salt and black pepper
→ Garnish
23 - Fresh dill or parsley, chopped
24 - Lemon wedges (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
03 - Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill or parsley, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
05 - Distribute cooked orzo evenly among four bowls. Top with sliced grilled chicken, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and optional Kalamata olives. Generously drizzle with the feta-yogurt sauce.
06 - Sprinkle each bowl with fresh dill or parsley and add lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
