Description
Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Orzo is a delightful comfort dish that combines tender chicken with rich, cheesy sauce and fluffy orzo pasta. Perfect for cozy evenings, this recipe brings warmth to your table and makes every meal feel special. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can impress your family and friends without the fuss. Enjoy this satisfying dish that’s sure to become a go-to in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in orzo and toast slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer until orzo absorbs most liquid, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in spinach just until wilted before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg