GREEK CHICKEN ORZO CASSEROLE

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This Greek-inspired dish, featuring chicken, spinach, oregano, feta cheese crumbles and fresh lemon, proves that casseroles can be lighter and brighter without sacrificing taste.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 oz) uncooked orzo pasta
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes, drained
1 bag (5 oz) baby spinach
8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
1/2 cup Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 lb chicken tenders, cut in 1-inch pieces (about 11 tenders)
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix tomatoes, spinach, about half of the cheese, the olive oil and oregano; stir in cooked pasta. Spoon mixture into baking dish. Drizzle broth over pasta mixture. In same bowl, mix chicken and seasoning until well coated. Place chicken pieces over orzo mixture; cover with foil.
  • Bake 45 minutes; remove foil, top with remaining cheese. Bake 4 to 5 minutes longer or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Top with grated lemon peel and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 770 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Ashley Hope
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This is a great recipe for a crowd.


Reitumetse Mahapane
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night.


Md nil
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Mustafa Zormati
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This dish is a must-try for any Greek food lover.


Sagar Bantawa
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Bradley Nyathi
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Aqeel Qasim
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Suhayb
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Paullie Alish
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I love that I can use any type of vegetables I have on hand.


Isdore Ajeroh
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I made it last night for dinner and my family loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was fluffy and flavorful. The sauce was also very tasty and had a great balance of flavors.