Chicken And Mushroom Orzo Salad

By á-170456

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil divided
• 10 ounces fresh white mushrooms sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves crushed
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 12 ounces cooked chicken sliced (abt 2 cups)
• 2 cups cooked orzo or other small pasta
• 1 cup diced sweet red bell pepper - (abt 1 medium)
• 1/2 cup crumbled flavored feta cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a large skillet, over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, about 7 minutes.

To prepare dressing: In a small bowl, stir together remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, salt, pepper, thyme and garlic.

In a large bowl, combine mushrooms, chicken, orzo, bell pepper, feta cheese and dressing; toss until well coated. Spoon mixture onto plates lined with arugula or other salad greens, if desired.

This recipe yields 4 servings.