Lemon Parm Chicken Orzo

• servings: Makes 7 Servings: Each S
• total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

2 lbs Chicken Breast, Raw & Skinless (907g)

2 ½ Cups Orzo Pasta, Dry (400g)

6 Cups Chicken Broth (1,440 mL)

3 tsp Minced Garlic (15g)

1 Large Shallot, Finely Diced

3 Cups Frozen Peas & Carrots (360g)

1 Block Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese (8 oz / 226g)

2 Cups Parmesan Cheese (200g)

Juice of 2 Lemons

Lemon Zest of 2 Lemons

1 tsp Paprika

1 tsp Garlic Powder

1 tsp Salt

1 tsp Black Pepper

Directions

1.) Cook diced chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for 5–7 minutes.

2.) Add shallot and garlic and cook 1–2 minutes.

3.) Stir in dry orzo and toast 1–2 minutes.

4.) Add chicken broth, peas, and carrots. Cover and simmer 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.

5.) Stir in cream cheese, parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice until creamy.

6.) Divide into 7 servings and store or serve.

Enjoy!