Leftover roast chicken meat can be used to create a variety of meals, including this orzo salad.  This recipe will help you create a substantial meal you can whip up in no time at all, using only 5 ingredients! The flavors of the pesto and tomatoes combine beautifully, ensuring bursts of flavor in each bite! To make it a vegetarian meal, you can certainly leave out the chicken.

Yield: Serves 8

Orzo with Chicken & Tomatoes

Ingredients:

• 3 cups uncooked orzo
• ½ cup pesto sauce
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes (heirloom or regular), sliced into half
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook the orzo as directed, 9 minutes in boiling water. Drain and rinse with cold water. Toss in the pesto and mix well. Set aside to cool.
2. In a large salad bowl, add the chicken and cherry tomatoes. Add the orzo pasta and stir. Add salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Serve.

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