Creamy Chicken Orzo
This creamy chicken orzo is a delightful dish that brings comfort and warmth to your dinner table. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a gathering with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken breast and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add chopped red bell pepper and sauté until softened.
- Stir in orzo pasta, then pour in chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
- Remove from heat and mix in goat cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Serve creamy chicken orzo in bowls, garnished with extra goat cheese or fresh herbs if desired. It pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg