MEDITERRANEAN LEMON CHICKEN WITH ARTICHOKES AND ORZO

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Artichokes and Orzo image

Provided by Lisa Neilson

Categories Pasta

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 oz orzo pasta
1/2 c kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into bite size pieces
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 small cans artichoke hearts in brine, drained and quartered
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tsp fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 c chicken broth
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

Steps:

1. Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Stir in olives. Keep warm.
2. Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Spray a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and cook until browned. Transfer chicken to a plate.
3. Add the artichoke hearts, garlic, and oregano to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly until fragrant. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
4. Add chicken and artichoke mixture to pasta in large bowl. Serve with a smile!