Lemon Dijon Chicken Orzo Bowl with Roasted Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce

🛒 Ingredients

For the Lemon Dijon Chicken

• 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Orzo Base

• 1 cup dry orzo pasta

• 2 cups chicken broth (or salted water)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ¼ tsp salt

For the Roasted Garlic Feta Yogurt Sauce

• 1 whole head of garlic

• 1 tsp olive oil (for roasting)

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1–2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin, if needed)

Optional Bowl Toppings

• Cherry tomatoes, halved

• Cucumber, diced

• Red onion, thinly sliced

• Kalamata olives

• Fresh parsley

• Extra feta

• Baby spinach or arugula

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Roast the Garlic

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Slice the top off the garlic head.

3. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil.

4. Roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and golden.

5. Let cool, then squeeze cloves out.

2️⃣ Marinate & Cook the Chicken

1. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, Dijon, lemon zest/juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt & pepper.

2. Add chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours).

3. Cook:

   • Grill: 5–7 min per side

   • OR Pan-sear: Medium heat, 6–7 min per side

4. Rest 5–10 minutes, then slice.

3️⃣ Cook the Orzo

1. Bring broth to boil.

2. Add orzo and cook 8–10 minutes until tender.

3. Drain (if needed) and toss with olive oil and pinch of salt.

4️⃣ Make the Feta Yogurt Sauce

1. In a bowl, mash roasted garlic into paste.

2. Mix with yogurt, feta, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt & pepper.

3. Blend or whisk until smooth.

4. Add warm water to reach drizzle consistency.

🥗 Assemble the Bowls

1. Add orzo to bowl.

2. Top with sliced chicken.

3. Add fresh veggies.

4. Spoon or drizzle feta yogurt sauce generously.

5. Garnish with parsley and extra feta.

🔥 Optional Add-Ons

• Add roasted zucchini or bell peppers.

• Swap chicken for grilled shrimp.

• Add a spoonful of hummus.

• Make it low-carb by swapping orzo for cauliflower rice.

🧊 Meal Prep Tips

• Stores 4 days in airtight containers.

• Keep sauce separate for best texture.

• Tastes great warm or cold.