Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo: Easy, Flavorful Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and simple one-pan recipe featuring Monterey chicken and orzo, enhanced with turkey bacon for a rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Monterey chicken breasts
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add the Monterey chicken and sear on both sides until golden.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Stir in crumbled bacon and cheese, if using. Cook until cheese is melted.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken, One Pan Orzo, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipes