Caprese Chicken And Orzo Skillet Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
• STEP 3.In the same skillet, sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they burst.
• STEP 4.Stir in the cooked orzo, chopped basil, and mozzarella cheese. Cook until the cheese melts.
• STEP 5.Slice the cooked chicken and arrange it on top of the orzo mixture.
• STEP 6.Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve the Caprese chicken and orzo skillet hot.

Cooking Tips

• You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or roasted red peppers to the skillet.
• If you don't have orzo, you can use any small pasta shape like penne or fusilli.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the skillet in the oven or microwave before serving.
• Serve the dish with a side salad dressed with balsamic vinaigrette.