Chicken Orzo Salad
This Chicken Orzo Salad is exactly what you need! Packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, sweet grapes, and a creamy yogurt dressing, it’s a versatile salad that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a picnic. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this salad will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection. Light, vibrant, and satisfying dish to brighten up your mealtime.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast cooked or baked and cubed
- 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 can sweet corn drained
- 4 dill cucumbers sliced
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- Dressing:
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cook or bake the chicken breast until fully cooked. Let it cool slightly, then dice into cubes.
- Boil water and cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- Dice the red bell pepper, slice the green onions and cucumbers, and halve the grapes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, mustard, mayonnaise, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked orzo, sliced chicken, bell pepper, green onions, sweet corn, cucumbers, grapes, and dill. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Notes
A fresh, vibrant salad perfect for any occasion.
Happy cooking!