Oregano Chicken with Orzo Recipe

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Oregano Chicken with Orzo
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Directions:

  1. Brown chicken breasts in hot oil in a large skillet; drain off fat.
  2. Add the fennel, onion, and garlic to a 4-quart slow-cooker.
  3. Add the chicken breasts.
  4. In a small bowl, add the water, balsamic vinegar, bouillon granules, dried oregano (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to mix then pour over chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (if using); check for seasoning and add salt/pepper if desired.
  7. Prepare orzo according to package directions; drain.
  8. Add tomato, cheese, olives, and remaining fresh oregano into orzo; stir to combine; season with salt/pepper if desired.
  9. Serve chicken and vegetables with orzo.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 406.53 Kcal (1702 kJ)
Calories from fat 177.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.71g 30%
Cholesterol 112.74mg 38%
Sodium 1045.64mg 44%
Potassium 916.41mg 19%
Total Carbs 20.86g 7%
Sugars 5.4g 22%
Dietary Fiber 4.12g 16%
Protein 39.29g 79%
Vitamin C 14.1mg 23%
Iron 1.4mg 8%
Calcium 133.1mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 78.14 Kcal (327 kJ)
Calories from fat 34.1 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.79g 30%
Cholesterol 21.67mg 38%
Sodium 200.99mg 44%
Potassium 176.15mg 19%
Total Carbs 4.01g 7%
Sugars 1.04g 22%
Dietary Fiber 0.79g 16%
Protein 7.55g 79%
Vitamin C 2.7mg 23%
Iron 0.3mg 8%
Calcium 25.6mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 9
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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