Description
Creamy and comforting, this Chicken Orzo recipe is a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner!
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Chicken Orzo:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until browned. Set aside.
- Cook Aromatics and Orzo: In the same skillet, cook onion until softened. Add garlic, then toast orzo. Pour in chicken broth and simmer until orzo is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, and cooked chicken. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Adjust seasoning. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use seasoned rotisserie chicken.
- This dish pairs well with mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, or fresh herbs like thyme or basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
