Description
A creamy and comforting pasta bake featuring tender orzo, rich Boursin cheese, shredded chicken, and vibrant mixed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 8 ounces Boursin cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, spinach, broccoli)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the Boursin cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked chicken and mixed vegetables, stirring to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
Tip: You can customize the vegetables based on preference and use leftover chicken for convenience. Top with shredded cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg