Description
Greek Chicken Casserole is a vibrant one-pan dinner packed with juicy chicken, tender orzo, fresh vegetables, and tangy feta cheese. This easy Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers bold, comforting flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, chopped
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and brown for 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
Add spinach, oregano, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook until spinach wilts.
Stir in uncooked orzo, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Mix well.
Return chicken to the skillet and combine evenly.
Cover and bake for 25–30 minutes, until orzo is tender.
Remove from oven, uncover, and top with feta, parsley, and olives.
Bake uncovered for 5 more minutes until slightly golden.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use fresh herbs for a brighter flavor—just double the quantity.
Add extra broth if the orzo absorbs liquid too quickly.
For a creamier texture, stir in a spoon of Greek yogurt before serving.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg