Chicken Drumsticks over Orzo
This easy recipe combines chicken and orzo for what is sure to be a family favorite. It’s ready in less than 30 minutes and perfect for every season!
Chicken Drumsticks over Orzo
Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 318 kcal
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 head fennel white bulb only (about 8 oz. trimmed)
- 1 tsp. vegetable oil
- 4 oz. orzo
- ¼ tsp. lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp./1 oz. lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp./1 oz. olive tapenade
- ½ tsp. grated garlic
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup/5 oz. diced tomato
- 3 cups/3 oz. arugula sliced crosswise into 1” strips
- ½ cup/2 ½ oz. crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Place the drumsticks on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast, turning once, until crisp and golden and cooked through (about 25 minutes).
- Cut the fennel in half lengthwise then crosswise into ½” slices. Place on a baking tray and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss with the oil. Roast, turning once, until softened and browning in spots (about 15 minutes).
- Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and place in a large bowl. Reserve.
- While things are cooking, make the vinaigrette. Place the lemon zest and juice, tapenade, and garlic in a bowl. Whisk together, then whisk in the olive oil. Pour over the orzo.
- Add the fennel, tomato, arugula and feta. Toss together. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Place orzo salad on a large serving platter and arrange the drumsticks over the top.
Recipe Notes
An exclusive PastaFits.org recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Drumsticks over Orzo
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 324mg 14%
Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
