One Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo
Discover the magic of our One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy orzo, and vibrant spinach in a single skillet! This quick and scrumptious meal not only satisfies your hunger but also elevates your dinner game with minimal cleanup. Get ready for a flavor explosion that just might inspire a proposal!
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
- •1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- •2 3/4 cups chicken broth
- •3/4 cup full fat coconut milk or heavy cream
- •2 large handfuls fresh spinach
- •4-5 cloves garlic
- •2 tsp italian seasoning
- •1 cup orzo
- •3/4 cup parmesan cheese
- •3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- •Ground black pepper
- •Kosher salt
- •Olive oil
- •Paprika
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken dry and cut into cubes.
- 2
Add olive oil to a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until edges start to cook.
- 3
Add sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes more.
- 4
Add orzo and chicken broth, stir well, reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Once orzo is cooked, add coconut milk or cream and spinach, stir until spinach is wilted, then add parmesan cheese and stir again.
- 6
Remove from heat, plate, and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use pre-chopped garlic to save time on prep.
- ✓If using whole sun-dried tomatoes, chop them into smaller pieces for better distribution in the dish.
- ✓Make sure to stir the orzo occasionally to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
- ✓For a creamier texture, substitute coconut milk with heavy cream or half-and-half.