Gather around the dinner table tonight to savour the flavours of al dente orzo pasta, coated in a Pesto Princess Red Pepper Pesto sauce, and layers of earthy spinach, creamy feta, briny olives, and smoked chicken. Crowned with fresh oregano.
Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo
Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo
with Danish-style feta & Kalamata olives
Hands on Time: 20 - 25 minutes
Overall Time: 20 - 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- Danish-style Feta
- Fresh Oregano
- Lemon Juice
- Orzo Pasta
- Pesto Princess Red Pepper Pesto
- Pitted Kalamata Olives
- Smoked Chicken Breast/s
- Smoked Chicken Breasts
- Spinach
- Spring Onion/s
- Spring Onions
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Water
- Paper Towel
- Seasoning (salt & pepper)
SPRING ONION ORZO
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil (if necessary). When hot, fry the spring onion until caramelised, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the orzo and fry until fragrant, 30-60 seconds (shifting constantly). Pour in 200ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente, 10-12 minutes.
LAYERS OF FLAVOURS
In the final 2-3 minutes, mix through the pesto, the Chicken, the Spinach, ½ the oregano, and the lemon juice (to taste). Crumble over the feta and scatter the olives. Cover for the remaining time.
1 POT. 5 STARS.
Serve up the flavourful orzo and garnish with the remaining oregano.
SPRING ONION ORZO
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil (if necessary). When hot, fry the spring onion until caramelised, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the orzo and fry until fragrant, 30-60 seconds (shifting constantly). Pour in 200ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente, 10-12 minutes.
LAYERS OF FLAVOURS
In the final 2-3 minutes, mix through the pesto, the Chicken, the Spinach, ½ the oregano, and the lemon juice (to taste). Crumble over the feta and scatter the olives. Cover for the remaining time.
1 POT. 5 STARS.
Serve up the flavourful orzo and garnish with the remaining oregano.
SPRING ONION ORZO
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil (if necessary). When hot, fry the spring onion until caramelised, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the orzo and fry until fragrant, 30-60 seconds (shifting constantly). Pour in 600ml [800ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente, 12-15 minutes.
LAYERS OF FLAVOURS
In the final 2-3 minutes, mix through the pesto, the Chicken, the Spinach, ½ the oregano, and the lemon juice (to taste). Crumble over the feta and scatter the olives. Cover for the remaining time.
1 POT. 5 STARS.
Serve up the flavourful orzo and garnish with the remaining oregano.
SPRING ONION ORZO
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil (if necessary). When hot, fry the spring onion until caramelised, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the orzo and fry until fragrant, 30-60 seconds (shifting constantly). Pour in 600ml [800ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente, 12-15 minutes.
LAYERS OF FLAVOURS
In the final 2-3 minutes, mix through the pesto, the Chicken, the Spinach, ½ the oregano, and the lemon juice (to taste). Crumble over the feta and scatter the olives. Cover for the remaining time.
1 POT. 5 STARS.
Serve up the flavourful orzo and garnish with the remaining oregano.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo?
The preparation time for Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo with Danish-style feta & Kalamata olives is between 20 and 25 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo with Danish-style feta & Kalamata olives?
The total time required to make Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo with Danish-style feta & Kalamata olives is between 20 and 25 minutes.
How many servings does Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo?
Danish-style Feta, Fresh Oregano, Lemon Juice, Orzo Pasta, Pesto Princess Red Pepper Pesto, Pitted Kalamata Olives, Smoked Chicken Breast/s, Smoked Chicken Breasts, Spinach, Spring Onion/s, Spring Onions
What is the nutritional information of Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo?
Calories: 898, Carbs: 84 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 38.4 grams, Sugar: 10.1 grams, Salt: 2419 grams
How do I prepare Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo?
SPRING ONION ORZO: Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil (if necessary). When hot, fry the spring onion until caramelised, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the orzo and fry until fragrant, 30-60 seconds (shifting constantly). Pour in 200ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water. Cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente, 10-12 minutes. LAYERS OF FLAVOURS: In the final 2-3 minutes, mix through the pesto, the chicken, the spinach, ½ the oregano, and the lemon juice (to taste). Crumble over the feta and scatter the olives. Cover for the remaining time. 1 POT. 5 STARS.: Serve up the flavourful orzo and garnish with the remaining oregano.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo?
Danish-style Feta, Fresh Oregano, Lemon Juice, Orzo Pasta, Pesto Princess Red Pepper Pesto, Pitted Kalamata Olives, Smoked Chicken Breast/s, Smoked Chicken Breasts, Spinach, Spring Onion/s, Spring Onions
How many calories does Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo have?
898 calories
How much fat content does Red Pesto Chicken & Orzo have?
grams
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