High-Protein Chicken Orzo Bowl
A high-protein orzo bowl is a balanced, filling meal that combines pasta, protein, and fresh ingredients. Here’s a simple, delicious version you can make at home
Ingredients
1 cup orzo (whole wheat if possible)
2 chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper
Add-ins:
2 cups spinach (or kale)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
½ cucumber (chopped)
¼ red onion (thinly sliced)
¼ cup feta cheese
Protein boost options:
½ cup chickpeas (extra plant protein)
or 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (for dressing)
Instructions
1. Cook orzo
Boil in salted water (8–10 min), drain, set aside.
2. Cook chicken
Season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper.
Pan-cook or grill until fully done, then slice.
3. Prep veggies
Chop everything fresh for crunch and nutrients.
4. Assemble bowl
Base: orzo
Add: spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, onion
Top: sliced chicken + feta
5. Simple dressing (optional)
Mix:
Greek yogurt
Lemon juice
Salt & pepper
Protein Estimate
Chicken: ~25–30g
Orzo: ~7g
Chickpeas + feta: ~6–7 g
Total: ~35–45g protein