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Seared Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Orzo
Recipe
Ingredients
8 oz.
orzo
2 tbsp.
olive oil
4
6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt and pepper
Spices and Seasonings
1/4 c.
white wine vinegar
2 small zucchini
Produce
2 small yellow squash
Produce
1/2 c.
store-bought pesto
1/4 c.
roasted almonds, chopped
Instructions
STEP 1
Prepare orzo per package directions. Drain well, then transfer to large bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon oil.
STEP 2
Meanwhile, heat remaining tablespoon oil in large skillet on medium. Season chicken with ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes per side; transfer to plates.
STEP 3
In another large bowl, whisk together vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add zucchini and squash and toss to combine. Let sit until orzo is done, at least 5 minutes.
STEP 4
With slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to bowl with orzo, leaving vinegar in bowl, and toss to combine.
STEP 5
Whisk pesto into vinegar, then drizzle over orzo and sprinkle with almonds. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts
(per serving)
Calories:
655 calories
Servings:
4 servings
Carbohydrates:
51 g
Fat:
29 g
Fiber:
5 g
Protein:
48 g
Sugar:
1 g
Meal Effort
Preparation:
10 minutes
Cook:
20 minutes
Total:
30 minutes
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