Mediterranean Chicken and Orzo Salad In Red Pepper Cups Recipe

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling stir in the orzo and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered stirring occasionally until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink transfer to a bowl and let cool in the refrigerator.

In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil red wine vinegar Dijon mustard garlic powder oregano basil onion powder salt and pepper. In a large bowl stir together the cooked orzo tomatoes olives feta cheese and chicken breast meat until thoroughly combined. Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture lightly mix to coat all ingredients with dressing and spoon into the red pepper halves. Garnish each serving with an oregano sprig.