Description
This One-Pan ‘Marry Me’ Chicken Orzo is an irresistible blend of juicy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy orzo, perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 Pounds Boneless
- Skinless Chicken breast
- cut into cubes
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4–5 Cloves Garlic
- mashed
- ¾ Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- packed in oil and drained
- 2 Teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 Teaspoons Paprika
- ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 Cup Orzo
- 2 ¾ Cups Chicken Broth or Water
- ¾ Cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk or Heavy Cream
- 2 Large Handfuls Fresh Spinach
- ¾ Cup Parmesan Cheese
- freshly grated
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the mashed garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, and coconut milk or heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
- Add the spinach and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding extra vegetables or using different types of cheese according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1½ cups
- Calories: 525 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: One-Pan Chicken, Orzo Recipe, Creamy Chicken Dish, Easy Dinner Recipe, Romantic Dinner