Description
A comforting dish full of flavor and packed with tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy orzo, perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g., thyme, oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, heavy cream, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
- Stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite spices. For a crispy top, broil the dish for a few minutes after baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg