Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles Recipe
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Garlic Chicken with Orzo Noodles

By: VBRAUER671 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (295)

What to Drink?

Wine Sangiovese
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 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

Directions

  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.
  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 open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 351 | Total Fat: 10.6g | Cholesterol: 38mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2006 by Suzy   view full review
This is a lovely alternative to rice. For those of you who say it is too bland, here is what I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2006 by Stephanie   view full review
I am only giving this 4 stars because I had to modify it just a little bit. I brought a small...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2008 by Reesa   view full review
I love this recipe because it's fast and delicious. We love strong flavors and the red pepper...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 7, 2007 by Tara   view full review
this was great with some changes. chicken broth for orzo. lemon juice and rosemary mixed in in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2008 by DiamondJewels278   view full review
The recipe here was overall a great base. I took the suggestion of cooking the orzo in chicken...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2005 by LynnInHK   view full review
Yummy! Very easy to make and full of flavor. I did find it a tad oily though, so next time I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2008 by t_jones   view full review
I loved this and will be making it again. I added cayenne as well as onion , yellow pepper and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 17, 2005 by CLESHO   view full review
I picked 4 stars, but wpuld have been closer to 3.5. It is not bland, but a littel one...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2007 by SAMKAY64   view full review
People ask me to make this all the time! When I don't have fresh basil, ground works fine....
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 2, 2007 by Natalie Sacha   view full review
To add flavor, I cooked the orzo in broth and add more red pepper. I also added romano cheese...

 

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