YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Pan-Seared Chicken with Creamy Lemon Orzo and Roasted Asparagus
Savor a bright and satisfying plate featuring a perfectly pan-seared chicken breast paired with a silky lemon-infused orzo and tender roasted asparagus. This dish strikes a harmonious balance between savory and zesty flavors, making it a delightful choice for a healthy, filling meal.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Chicken Breast
40 g dry Orzo Pasta
2 Tbsp Light Cream Cheese
6 spears Asparagus
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
1 clove Garlic (minced)
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Arrange the asparagus spears on a baking sheet, drizzle them lightly with half the olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until tender.
Pat the chicken breast dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in the dry orzo pasta and toast for 1-2 minutes to infuse flavor.
Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and approximately 1/2 cup water (or low-sodium chicken broth) to the orzo. Bring to a simmer and cook until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the light cream cheese until the orzo becomes creamy and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with a little extra lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.
Slice the chicken breast and serve it over a bed of the creamy lemon orzo, accompanied by the roasted asparagus. Enjoy your balanced, flavorful meal!