Marry Me Chicken Orzo One Pot Recipe: Easy & Irresistibly Tasty
A delicious and easy one pot meal that combines chicken and orzo for a tasty dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the pot. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, cherry tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until orzo is cooked.
- Stir in Parmesan and basil before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, Orzo, One Pot Recipe, Easy Dinner