YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Creamy Orzo and Bacon Mediterranean Salad
Sautéed chicken and crispy bacon tossed with tender orzo and fresh Mediterranean vegetables in a silky, lemon-herb Greek yogurt dressing.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz chicken breast
2 slices center-cut bacon
0.33 cup dry orzo
2 tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
0.5 cup cucumber
1 cup fresh baby spinach
1 tbsp feta cheese crumbles
0.25 tsp dried oregano
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
PREPARATION
Boil a pot of water and cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy, then remove to a paper towel and chop into bits.
Drain most of the bacon fat, leaving a small amount in the pan to sauté the cubed chicken breast until golden brown and cooked through.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper to create a creamy dressing.
Add the cooked orzo, sautéed chicken, chopped bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and spinach to the bowl.
Toss everything together until well-coated in the dressing, then top with feta cheese crumbles before serving.