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Tomato, Asparagus, & Pesto Salad with Chicken

Tomato, Asparagus, & Pesto Salad with Chicken

Scott Duncan
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 T olive oil, divided
  • 1 C orzo
  • 2 C chicken stock
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2” pieces
  • ½ C frozen corn, thawed
  • ¼ C prepared pesto
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add chicken stock, orzo, and salt & pepper to taste.
  • Simmer until al dente, stirring occasionally.
  • Most of the liquid will be absorbed by the orzo.
  • While orzo is simmering, preheat skillet over medium high heat.
  • Season chicken breasts with salt & pepper.
  • Add 1 T olive oil to skillet and sauté chicken 6-8 minutes per side.
  • Remove from pan and allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting.
  • As chicken rests, add remaining olive oil to same pan and sauté asparagus for 4-5 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine grape tomatoes, corn, pesto, asparagus, and orzo (with remaining chicken stock).
  • Toss to combine and check seasonings.
  • Slice chicken and serve atop orzo salad.