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MAKING GREEK CHICKEN SOUVLAKI ORZO PASTA SALAD IN THE KITCHEN WITH CHRISTY #forktwirlsforever

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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Orzo Pasta Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Souvlaki is a popular street food consisting of skewered and grilled meat, often served with pita and sauces. The dish embodies the Mediterranean spirit of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. Today, variations like this orzo pasta salad have gained popularity worldwide, combining the traditional elements of Souvlaki with the heartiness of pasta for a delightful meal.

GreekGRmain
30 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
1.5 cups orzo pasta
1/3 cup olive oil
1 cup English cucumber, chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon suaki seasoning
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh chopped oregano
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup kalamata Greek olives, pitted
juice of 1 whole lemon
5 oz feta cheese
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and suaki seasoning (about 1 tablespoon total).

3

Place the seasoned chicken breasts in an air fryer toaster oven and cook for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

4

In a pot, bring water to a boil and add 1.5 cups of orzo pasta. Cook for about 9 minutes until al dente.

5

Once cooked, rinse the orzo pasta with cold water to cool it down.

6

In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of honey, salt, pepper, and 3/4 teaspoon of garlic salt. Mix well.

7

Add the juice of 1 medium lemon to the dressing and mix again.

8

Incorporate 2 tablespoons of fresh oregano, 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, 1 cup of quartered grape tomatoes, 1 cup of quartered English cucumber, and 1/2 cup of pitted kalamata olives into the dressing.

9

Mix in the 5 oz of feta cheese into the dressing.

10

Once the chicken is cooked, cube it and add it to the salad mixture or serve it on top.

Equipment Needed

air fryer toaster ovenpotbowllemon squeezer

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Greek Chicken Souvlaki Orzo Pasta Salad

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