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Creamy Chicken Orzo Skillet with herbs and vegetables in a skillet

Creamy Chicken Orzo Skillet

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This creamy chicken orzo skillet combines tender chicken, hearty orzo pasta, fresh spinach, and vibrant cherry tomatoes in a luxurious sauce, making it a perfect quick dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Can substitute with any small pasta
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped Can substitute with kale
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to drizzle olive oil
  • to serve grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken breast and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Using the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  6. Stir in the orzo pasta and pour in the chicken broth.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes or until the orzo is tender.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream, chopped spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, and the previously cooked chicken.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  11. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a fresh touch, consider adding lemon juice or zest at the end. Great served with a garden salad or garlic bread.
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