Description
A creamy, garlicky chicken and orzo dish kissed with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, this one-pan recipe is comfort food with flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Rub onto the chicken breasts.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Heat olive oil in the skillet. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Sauté garlic, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes and orzo. Add broth, cream, and Parmesan, stirring until smooth.
- Cook to Perfection: Return chicken to pan. Bake uncovered 18–22 minutes until chicken is cooked and orzo is tender.
- Finishing Touches: Rest for 5 minutes. Top with basil and extra Parmesan.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon onto plates and garnish with basil. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for best melt and flavor.
- Let the dish rest before serving to thicken the sauce.
- Stir in greens like spinach for added nutrition.
- Adjust creaminess with a splash of broth if reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Orzo, creamy chicken orzo, romantic chicken pasta, one pan chicken dinner, easy weeknight chicken