Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo
This Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo is a one-pan wonder with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach in a rich, creamy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
– 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
– 1 cup dry orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 3 cups fresh spinach
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1 minute.
4. Add orzo and stir to coat. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
6. Add spinach and cook 2-3 minutes until wilted.
7. Return chicken to skillet and stir to combine. Top with fresh basil and serve.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. To make it vegetarian, omit chicken and add cannellini beans.
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