Lemon, Chicken and Orzo Salad

A friend shared this recipe with me and it is next on my list to try.  

From Cooking Light

Ingredients:

3/4 cup uncooked orzo

1/4 tsp. lemon zest

3 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil

1/2 ts. kosher salt

1/2 tsp minced garlic

1/4 tsp honey

1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1 cup shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast

1/2 diced English cucumber

1/2 cup chopped bell pepper

1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions

1 tbsp chopped fresh dill

1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese

Cook orzo according to package directions (omit salt if it is called for).   Drain and rinse with cold water, drain and place in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, combine lemon zest and next 6 ingredients, stirring well with a whisk.  Drizzle the mixture over the cooked orzo and toss to coat.  Add chicken and next 4 ingredients: toss gently to combine.  Sprinkle with cheese.

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