Rosemary Garlic Chicken with Fresh Veggie Orzo

Get ready to bring the farmer's market to your table with this fresh, clean, and flavor-packed take on a classic comfort meal. We’ve stripped out the oils, ditched the gluten, tossed the freezer bags, and upgraded every ingredient to pure, organic goodness.

Here’s your Oil-Free, Organic, Gluten-Free Rosemary Garlic Chicken with Vegetable Orzo — perfect for a healthy dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen (spoiler: you didn’t).

What You’ll Need (all organic & fresh):

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs if you prefer juicy!)
  • ½ cup fresh rosemary + 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 yellow summer squash, chopped
  • 6 cups baby spinach (yes, you’ll use it all — it wilts!)
  • 12 oz gluten-free orzo pasta (we like chickpea or rice-based options)
  • 4 oz crumbled organic dairy-free feta (optional but delightful)
  • Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Sea salt + cracked black pepper to taste


Let’s Get Cooking:

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, a few squeezes of lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Rub over the chicken and let it sit for 30 minutes (or overnight if you’re planning ahead like a pro).
  2. Cook the Chicken: Sear chicken in a nonstick ceramic skillet or bake at 375°F for 25 minutes until cooked through. Set aside to rest.
  3. Boil the Pasta: Cook gluten-free orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Veggies: In a large nonstick pan with a splash of water or veggie broth (no oil needed!), toss in zucchini, squash, bell pepper, and baby spinach. Cook until tender and vibrant, about 6-7 minutes.
  5. Combine & Serve: Toss the cooked orzo with the sautéed veggies. Slice the rested chicken and place on top. Sprinkle with dairy-free feta if using, and finish with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice.


Enjoy and eat well,
— Your Sunday Chef Team

P.S. This pairs beautifully with a rosemary garlic potato salad or a citrusy green side. Bonus points if you eat barefoot on the porch.

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