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Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo

Savory Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo for a Homey Dinner

Try this Balsamic Chicken & Veggie Orzo for a delightful dinner that is healthy and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach chopped
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 1 small Tomato diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for frying
For the Tortilla
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas or corn for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, crumbled feta, chopped spinach, diced tomato, and thinly sliced red onion. Season with black pepper and mix well.
  2. Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Place a generous quarter of the filling mixture on one half, fold over, and press down gently.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and allow it to shimmer.
  4. Carefully place the filled tortilla into the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
  5. Flip the quesadilla using a spatula and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side.
  6. Remove from skillet, let cool for a couple of minutes, and slice into wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm with salsa, guacamole, or Greek yogurt for added flavor.

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