Zesty Lemon Chicken Parm with Garlic-Herb Orzo

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 cup orzo
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Pound chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness.

2. 2

   In a shallow dish, combine lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 cup parmesan. Dredge chicken in mixture, coating both sides.