Creamy Zucchini Orzotto with Chicken
with Toasted Panko & Lemony Arugula Salad
Creamy Zucchini Orzotto with Chicken
Tender chicken and creamy orzo-style rice come together with zucchini, crisp toasted panko, and a bright lemony arugula salad for a fresh, comforting dinner.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 2 ounce Arugula
- 10 ounce Chicken Cutlets
- 4 ounce Cream Sauce Base
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 unit Lemon
- 8 ounce Orzo Pasta
- ¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ ounce Sliced Almonds
- ½ ounce Vidalia Onion Paste
- 1 unit Zucchini
Additional Ingredients
- Butter
- Cooking Oil
- Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Salt
- Sugar

DifficultyMedium
Prep Time5m
Total Time30m
Calories1060
Protein53g
Carbs107g
Fat47g
Tags:
Protein SmartFiber SmartMass Gain FriendlyEasy Prep
⚠️Allergens:
🥛Milk🌾WheatSwaps and substitutions
For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with chickpeas, roasted mushrooms, or golden tofu for similar substance. To avoid gluten or dairy, use gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs, plus a plant-based creamy sauce in place of the dairy-based sauce.
What to serve with it
Serve with extra lemon wedges and a crisp white wine or sparkling water to brighten the creamy pasta. A simple tomato salad or roasted broccoli also adds freshness and helps balance the rich, hearty chicken and orzo.
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