Mediterranean Creamy Chicken Orzo
Tender, juicy chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, nestled in creamy orzo pasta infused with Mediterranean flavors—sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, fresh spinach, and a hint of lemon. Comforting yet vibrant, this one-pan meal is perfect for both weeknight dinners and impressing guests.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo and cook for 8–10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice until sauce thickens.
- Stir in spinach until wilted, then return chicken to skillet to warm for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Reheat leftovers with a splash of broth or cream. Not suitable for freezing due to the creamy sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 3mg
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