Description
This Pumpkin White Wine Orzo with Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for fall. The rich pumpkin puree combined with white wine and fresh herbs creates a delightful flavor profile, complemented by tender chicken and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
- Orzo
- Pumpkin puree
- Boneless skinless chicken breast
- Dry white wine
- Chicken stock
- Shallot
- Fresh garlic
- Fresh sage
- Fresh parsley
- Salt
- Fresh black pepper
- Freshly grated and shaved parmesan
Instructions
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the shallot and garlic until softened.
- Add the boneless chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Pour in the dry white wine and chicken stock, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze, and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the orzo, pumpkin puree, fresh sage, salt, and black pepper. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the orzo.
- Cover and transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the sage leaves before serving, then stir in fresh parsley and sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and substitute with vegetable broth. Fresh sage adds flavor but is best removed before serving as it can be quite bitter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin White Wine Orzo with Chicken, gluten free orzo, comforting fall recipe, creamy pumpkin dish