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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad Delights!

A refreshing and hearty Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad topped with a delicious Honey Mustard Bacon Dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Method
 

  1. Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix together the crumbled bacon, mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  7. Drizzle the honey mustard bacon dressing over the orzo salad and toss to coat evenly.
  8. Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider tossing in some toasted nuts or seeds like pine nuts or sunflower seeds.
  • You can substitute quinoa for orzo for a gluten-free option.

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