Creamy Chicken Orzo
A warm and satisfying dish of tender chicken, velvety orzo, and fresh spinach, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast, diced
- 1 cup Orzo
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for one additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Orzo: Pour in chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add orzo and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Spinach and Cream: Stir in spinach just before the orzo is done, then add the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish with Cheese: Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and season to taste.
Notes
Serve with an extra sprinkle of parmesan and a side of crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: creamy chicken, orzo recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal