Description
A delightful twist on the classic chicken pot pie, this creamy orzo dish combines savory chicken, tender vegetables, and a rich broth for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in orzo, broth, and thyme; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until orzo is cooked.
- Stir in cream and peas; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter dish, you can replace heavy cream with half-and-half. Ensure to taste and adjust seasoning throughout the cooking process to achieve the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg