lime chicken tenders and orzo salad

(3 RATINGS)
17 Pinches
Gulf Breeze, FL
Updated on Jan 18, 2015

Quick and easy to make and delicious too. Perfect for a weeknight. Prep time does not include the marinading time.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Grill
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1-2 - limes
  • 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast tenders
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic,minced
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons country dijon mustard
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 3/4 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

How To Make lime chicken tenders and orzo salad

  • Step 1
    Preheat grill to 300° to 350° (medium) heat.
  • Step 2
    Grate zest from limes to equal 1 teaspoons Cut limes in half; squeeze juice from limes to equal 3 tablespoons.
  • Step 3
    Combine chicken, lime zest, lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, and next 3 ingredients. Let marinate for 1 hour. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade.
  • Step 4
    Grill chicken, covered with grill lid, 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Step 5
    Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Step 6
    Combine vinegar, mustard, and remaining 1 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Step 7
    Toss orzo, bell pepper, cucumber, and dill with vinegar mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with grilled chicken.

Discover More

Category: Chicken
Category: Pasta Salads
Keyword: #lime
Keyword: #orzo
Keyword: #salad
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Grill
Culture: American

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