Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Chicken Recipes. (Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles Recipe). This is a simple recipe with a spicy kick for garlic lovers. It is my combination of a much loved linguine and clam sauce dish and a recent introduction to orzo pasta. I have several variations for this recipe. Add more red pepper for extra spice. Substitute the chicken for clams or shrimp. Substitute the spinach leaves for diced tomatoes. I've also added spices such as basil, rosemary and oregano bringing a distinct Italian flavor to the dish.

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic

¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

2 skinless

boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces

salt to taste

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

2 cups fresh spinach leaves

grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Dinner

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta cook for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente and drain.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the garlic and red pepper 1 minute until garlic is golden brown. Stir in chicken season with salt and cook 2 to 5 minutes until lightly browned and juices run clear. Reduce heat to medium and mix in the parsley and cooked orzo. Place spinach in the skillet. Continue cooking 5 minutes stirring occasionally until spinach is wilted. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information

Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 350.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 22.3g 45%

Carbohydrates: 40.4g 13%

Dietary Fiber: 2.9g 12%

Sugars: 0.9g

Fat: 10.6g 16%

Saturated Fat: 2.1g 11%

Cholesterol: 38.1mg 13%

Vitamin A Iu: 2521.5IU 50%

Niacin Equivalents: 12.8mg 99%

Vitamin B6: 0.4mg 24%

Vitamin C: 8.9mg 15%

Folate: 143.2mcg 36%

Calcium: 71.9mg 7%

Iron: 2.9mg 16%

Magnesium: 56.6mg 20%

Potassium: 321.7mg 9%

Sodium: 164.1mg 7%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 31%

Calories From Fat: 95.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.