Rosamarina Chicken Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and satisfying Rosamarina Chicken Stir Fry! This one-skillet wonder combines tender, seasoned chicken bites with golden, toasted orzo pasta (also known as rosamarina) and a colorful medley of red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. Infused with fragrant garlic, oregano, and basil, and finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice, this dish is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s a perfect meal for busy nights, offering a delightful balance of protein, vegetables, and pasta. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a wholesome and flavorful dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup uncooked orzo (rosamarina)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chicken. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the rosamarina (orzo) and toast it for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook the orzo for 8-10 minutes, or until tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Transfer the orzo to a separate bowl and set aside.

Step 5

Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. Sauté the vegetables for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic, oregano, and basil to the vegetables and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, along with the orzo. Toss everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve the Rosamarina Chicken Stir Fry hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1700.1 grams (1700.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1999

Total Fat 48.30g	62%
Saturated Fat 9.70g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 386mg	129%
Sodium 3964mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 206.80g	75%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 23.40g
Protein 176.90g	354%

Vitamin D 23IU	114%
Calcium 247mg	19%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3034mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 42.0%