Description

Indulge in a creamy and comforting One Pot Chicken Orzo, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This recipe combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables and comforting orzo, all cooked in a single pot to minimize cleanup. With the rich flavors of garlic, thyme, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is not only satisfying but also healthy. Ready in under an hour, it’s a delightful meal that everyone at the table will love!

Ingredients

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1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
8 ounces dry orzo
2 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups chopped fresh asparagus
2 cups fresh spinach
⅓ cup half and half or milk
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup diced yellow onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine cubed chicken with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Heat olive oil in a large high-sided pan over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken for about 10-12 minutes until browned; remove from the pan.
In the same pan, sauté asparagus in remaining olive oil for about 2 minutes until tender but crisp; set aside with chicken.
Sauté diced onion until softened (about 3 minutes), then add orzo and minced garlic; toast for another 3 minutes.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer; cover and cook for about 7 minutes until most liquid is absorbed.
Stir in cooked chicken and asparagus, half and half, grated Parmesan, spinach, and thyme; heat through for another minute.
Serve garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg