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Easy One Pot Greek Chicken Orzo

A cozy, flavorful meal that brings all the bright tastes of Greece into one simple pot.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Greek· August 3, 2026
Easy One Pot Greek Chicken Orzo
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing better than a dinner that comes together in a single pan. This Greek Chicken Orzo is a total favorite in my house because it stays so juicy and flavorful without creating a mountain of dishes to wash afterward.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to make sure you use a good quality feta cheese. It makes such a difference in the final creaminess of the sauce when you stir it all together at the end.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium high heat.

  2. 2

    Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, then remove them from the pot and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, add the minced garlic and cook for about thirty seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Pour in the orzo, chicken broth, and drained diced tomatoes, then stir well to combine.

  5. 5

    Return the chicken to the pot and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

  6. 6

    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about ten minutes until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.

  7. 7

    Stir in the fresh spinach and sliced olives, cooking for another minute until the spinach has wilted.

  8. 8

    Remove from the heat and gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese before serving.

💡 Tips

Leftovers stay delicious for up to three days in the fridge, just add a splash of water when reheating. You can serve this with a side of warm pita bread or a fresh cucumber salad to complete the meal.

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