Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy Chicken and Orzo Bake. Tender chicken and orzo pasta in a rich, creamy sauce, baked to perfection with a cheesy topping. A satisfying one-pan meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 cup baby spinach or frozen peas (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional, for topping)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook Chicken: Brown seasoned chicken in olive oil, then set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Orzo: Cook onion, garlic, and orzo in the same skillet.
- Add Liquids: Pour in broth, cream, and milk. Return chicken to skillet.
- Bake: Cover and bake for 20–25 minutes.
- Optional Toppings: Add mozzarella and broil until golden. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- You can prepare this dish ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- For extra flavor, consider adding mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
