Grilled Chicken & Asparagus Orzo
This Grilled Chicken & Asparagus Orzo is a fresh, satisfying dinner that comes together with bold flavor from Kinder’s Lemon Butter Garlic Everyday Meals Seasoning Packet. Juicy grilled chicken, tender asparagus, and flavorful orzo make an easy weeknight meal. Add fresh herbs or make a simple swap to shrimp to customize just the way you like it.
Ingredients
1½ lb boneless skinless chicken breast
½ lb dry orzo (cooked per package instructions using water or chicken stock)
3 Tbsp neutral oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch asparagus (fibrous ends removed and cut into thirds)
1 lemon (zest and juice)
¼ Cup parmesan
¼ Cup pasta water
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium high heat.
Apply 1 Tbsp of oil and all but 1 Tbsp of seasoning to chicken and coat thoroughly.
Let chicken sit for 5 minutes.
Grill chicken for 12 to 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Cut into 1 inch pieces.
Cook orzo per package instructions using water or chicken stock, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
For asparagus, preheat a large skillet to medium heat and add remaining oil.
Add asparagus and cook for 8 minutes, stirring often.
At the 7 minute mark, add minced garlic, the remaining 1 Tbsp of seasoning and the juice of a lemon (make sure to thoroughly incorporate garlic once added to prevent burning).
Add cubed chicken, orzo, pasta water, lemon zest and parmesan cheese.
Stir and enjoy.
Pro Tip:
Add fresh herbs to the finished dish or substitute chicken with shrimp.
