Description
Say goodbye to bland dinners—this One-Skillet Creamy Chicken with Gruyere & Orzo delivers rich, velvety comfort in just one pan. Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s layered with juicy chicken thighs, earthy mushrooms, and nutty Gruyere melted into a silky cream sauce. The orzo soaks up every savory drop, making this a must-try for fans of quick dinner ideas, healthy comfort food, and crowd-pleasing easy recipes. Whether you’re cooking for guests or spicing up your weeknight meal plan, this dish blends elegance and ease in the best way.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add remaining butter. Saute chopped onion until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned. Stir in garlic and cook another minute.
5. Add orzo to the skillet and toast for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Return chicken thighs to the skillet.
7. Cover and cook on low heat for 12-14 minutes, or until orzo is tender and chicken is cooked through.
8. Stir in heavy cream and shredded Gruyere cheese. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the sauce is thick and creamy.
9. Sprinkle fresh thyme over the dish before serving.
Notes
Let the orzo rest a few minutes off heat to thicken naturally.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and reduce cheese slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg