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One Pot Chicken and Orzo Recipe

One Pot Chicken and Orzo Recipe

The ultimate comfort food, the One Pot Chicken and Orzo Recipe brings together tender chicken and creamy orzo in one delicious dish. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Make it tonight!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 4-5 units Chicken Breasts
  • 2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • ½ jar Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 1 box Orzo
  • 1 quart Chicken Broth
  • 1 package Boursin Cheese
  • 1-2 cup Fresh Spinach
  • ¼ cup Fresh grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Cut up chicken breast into roughly 1 inch pieces. Make sure they are all about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  2. In your Dutch oven, add 1-2 tablespoon Olive Oil, and turn the burner on to medium heat.
  3. When the oil is hot, add your chicken, garlic powder, oregano, and salt and pepper.
  4. Cook for 5 minutes, and add sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Continue to cook until the chicken is mostly cooked.
  6. Add Orzo and mix to allow the orzo to toast for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add quart of Chicken broth and stir.
  8. Let this simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the orzo is fully cooked and absorbs most of the liquid.
  9. Once the orzo is fully cooked add the Borsin and fresh spinach. Mix until the cheese is fully incorporated, and the spinach is wilted.
  10. Taste for seasonings and add more if needed. Serve with fresh grated parmesan on top!

Notes

  • Tip 1: Toast the dry orzo pasta in the pot before adding liquid. This prevents it from becoming mushy and adds a nutty flavor dimension.
  • Tip 2: Use chicken thighs if possible. They're more forgiving than breasts and add more flavor and moisture to the dish.
  • Tip 3: Don't rush the liquid absorption. Maintain a gentle simmer and allow the orzo to gradually absorb the broth for a creamy consistency.
  • Tip 4: Let the dish sit covered for 5 minutes off the heat before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  • Tip 5: Add salt and pepper at multiple stages rather than all at once.