Marry Me Chicken Orzo
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Orzo with tender chicken, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, and parmesan, all cooked in one pan for a cozy, flavorful, and easy dinner the whole family will love.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Meat thermometer (optional, to check chicken doneness)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breasts Thin sliced
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
- ½ Yellow Onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes canned/in a jar
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta dry
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella
- 1 cup Fresh Spinach packed
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- First, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Cook the chicken on both sides until it reaches at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit and is fully cooked inside. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Next, use the same skillet to cook the aromatics. Add the minced garlic, diced yellow onions, Italian seasoning, and sun dried tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir occasionally until the vegetables begin to brown slightly and release their fragrance.
- Then stir in the orzo pasta, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has cooked down, stirring occasionally. Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Finally, add the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts. Cut the chicken into your desired pieces and return it to the skillet. Mix everything together until fully combined and serve immediately. Enjoy a creamy, flavorful, and comforting Marry Me Chicken Orzo!
