Oregano Chicken with Orzo Recipe

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Ingredients:

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4 medium skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lb.)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium fennel bulb, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups water
2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
2 tsp instant chicken bouillon granules
1 tbsp snipped fresh oregano
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 1/3 cups orzo pasta
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives
1 tbsp snipped fresh oregano

Directions:

Brown chicken breasts in hot oil in a large skillet; drain off fat.
Add the fennel, onion, and garlic to a 4-quart slow-cooker.
Add the chicken breasts.
In a small bowl, add the water, balsamic vinegar, bouillon granules, dried oregano (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes; stir to mix then pour over chicken.
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours.
Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (if using); check for seasoning and add salt/pepper if desired.
Prepare orzo according to package directions; drain.
Add tomato, cheese, olives, and remaining fresh oregano into orzo; stir to combine; season with salt/pepper if desired.
Serve chicken and vegetables with orzo.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	406.53 Kcal (1702 kJ)
Calories from fat	177.38 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	19.71g	30%
Cholesterol	112.74mg	38%
Sodium	1045.64mg	44%
Potassium	916.41mg	19%
Total Carbs	20.86g	7%
Sugars	5.4g	22%
Dietary Fiber	4.12g	16%
Protein	39.29g	79%
Vitamin C	14.1mg	23%
Iron	1.4mg	8%
Calcium	133.1mg	13%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	78.14 Kcal (327 kJ)
Calories from fat	34.1 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.79g	30%
Cholesterol	21.67mg	38%
Sodium	200.99mg	44%
Potassium	176.15mg	19%
Total Carbs	4.01g	7%
Sugars	1.04g	22%
Dietary Fiber	0.79g	16%
Protein	7.55g	79%
Vitamin C	2.7mg	23%
Iron	0.3mg	8%
Calcium	25.6mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Weightwatchers Points

9

Points
11

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Good Points

saturated fat free

Bad Points

High in Sodium

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