Description

This Summer Squash Orzo Skillet with Chicken Meatballs offers an exciting blend of flavors with juicy chicken meatballs, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal that brings comfort and enjoyment to your dinner table.

Ingredients

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1 lb. ground chicken
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
1.5 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 large egg
½ teaspoon sea salt
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ large white onion, diced
¾ teaspoon sea salt, separated
2 medium zucchinis, halved and sliced
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup orzo
Zest from 2 large lemons
1.25 cups chicken broth
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons heavy cream
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
4 oz. burrata cheese, for serving

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, egg, sea salt, garlic until well combined. Form into meatballs using about 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture each.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on two sides. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, cook diced onion with ¼ teaspoon of salt over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Then add zucchini and tomatoes, cooking for an additional minute.
Stir in the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes. Add lemon zest, chicken broth, lemon juice, heavy cream, and remaining salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Add meatballs back into the skillet and cover.
Simmer for 7-10 minutes until orzo is cooked and liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and top with parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving.
You can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian option.
If you prefer more vegetables, feel free to add bell peppers or spinach.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 120mg