Oregano Chicken With Orzo Food

OREGANO CHICKEN WITH ORZO

Steps:

• Brown chicken breasts in hot oil in a large skillet; drain off fat.
• Add the fennel, onion, and garlic to a 4-quart slow-cooker.
• Add the chicken breasts.
• In a small bowl, add the water, balsamic vinegar, bouillon granules, dried oregano (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to mix then pour over chicken.
• Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
• Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (if using); check for seasoning and add salt/pepper if desired.
• Prepare orzo according to package directions; drain.
• Add tomato, cheese, olives, and remaining fresh oregano into orzo; stir to combine; season with salt/pepper if desired.
• Serve chicken and vegetables with orzo.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN ORZO SOUP

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables, salt, oregano and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in broth, rosemary and bay leaf; bring to a boil., Add orzo. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-18 minutes or until orzo is tender, stirring occasionally. Return chicken to pan; heat through. Stir in lemon zest and juice; remove bay leaf. If desired, top each serving with parsley.