Weeknight • Chicken
Speedy Lemon Dill Chicken and Orzo Salad
This vibrant salad is a fresh and flavorful meal perfect for quick lunches or light dinners.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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Craving something bright and satisfying without a lot of fuss? This Lemon Dill Chicken and Orzo Salad comes together in a flash, packed with fresh herbs, tender chicken, and chewy orzo. It’s like a little ray of sunshine in a bowl!
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Lemon Dill Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation
Step 1
Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool, then transfer to a large bowl.
Step 2
Add cooked chicken, red onion, cucumber, dill, and parsley to the bowl with the orzo.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Tips
- To save time, use a store-bought rotisserie chicken.
- Add cherry tomatoes or crumbled feta cheese for extra color and flavor.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and is great for meal prepping.
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