Creamy Chicken Orzo
A delicious comfort dish combining succulent chicken, tender orzo, and vibrant spinach in a luxuriously creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing the chicken, washing the spinach, and grating the Parmesan.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the orzo. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet with the chicken and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add chicken broth, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan. Stir until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
- Fold in the cooked orzo, stirring to coat all pieces with the sauce.
- Remove from heat, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with additional Parmesan and herbs.
Notes
For variations, consider adding lemon zest, sautéed mushrooms, or red pepper flakes to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, orzo, creamy, pasta, comfort food