One-Pan Chicken Orzo
Experience a taste sensation with this one-pan chicken orzo that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table! With tender chicken, al dente orzo, and a burst of fresh herbs, this dish is not just simple to prepare but also a total crowd-pleaser. Say goodbye to fuss and hello to deliciousness in just one pan!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- •chicken stock
- •chicken tenderloins
- •fresh spinach
- •garlic
- •heavy cream
- •Italian seasoning
- •orzo
- •parmesan
- •sun dried tomatoes
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- •Black pepper
- •Dried basil
- •Olive oil
- •Paprika
- •Red pepper flakes
- •Salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat up 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Season the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Sear for 3 minutes per side until golden, then remove from the pan.
- 4
Add another splash of olive oil, garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and orzo.
- 5
Toast the orzo for 2 minutes.
- 6
Pour in chicken stock and a sprinkle of salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer.
- 7
Cook for 5–8 minutes until the orzo is tender, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Toss in spinach and cook until wilted (about 2–3 minutes).
- 9
Add heavy cream, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, and mix.
- 10
Add chicken back into the pan and let it simmer for 2–5 minutes.
- 11
Finish with parmesan on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Prep all ingredients before starting to cook to streamline the process.
- ✓Use low-sodium chicken stock to control the salt levels in the dish.
- ✓To save time, cook the orzo in the same pot after the chicken to absorb extra flavors.
- ✓If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes, substitute with fresh cherry tomatoes for a similar taste.