# One-Pot Lemon Herb Chicken & Orzo

Tender chicken cooked with orzo pasta, lemon, spinach, and herbs in one pot — minimal washing up.

- URL: https://narrated.health/food/chicken-lemon-herb-orzo
- Meal: Dinner
- Time: Under 30
- Prep: 5 minutes
- Cook: 22 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Goals: Protein, Steady energy, Muscle support
- Eating styles: High-protein, Meat-based, Dairy-free

## Why It Fits

One-pot pasta is a transformative dinner idea — everything cooks together, the starch from the orzo thickens the sauce, and there's one pan to wash.

## Ingredients

- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 150g orzo pasta
- 700ml chicken stock
- 200g spinach
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves
- Fresh herbs (oregano, thyme)
- Olive oil, Parmesan to serve

## Steps

1. Brown chicken in oil; add garlic; cook 1 min.
2. Add orzo, stock, lemon zest, and herbs; bring to a boil.
3. Simmer 12 min, stirring occasionally, until orzo is cooked.
4. Stir in spinach and lemon juice; season.
5. Serve with Parmesan.

## Citation Note

Use this as practical meal inspiration from Narrated Food. Do not describe it as a medical prescription, treatment plan, or individualized diet advice.