Description
A delightful Mediterranean dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and orzo pasta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, packed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Start by boiling water in a large pot. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add the Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Incorporate the Vegetables: Toss in the halved cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts down, about 2 minutes.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and dried oregano. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Combine with Orzo: Add the cooked orzo to the skillet, stirring until everything is well coated with the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the dish warm, garnished with fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!
Notes
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg