Description
A simple, comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, spinach, and orzo in a light, creamy broth. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add garlic and Italian seasoning and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Stir in orzo and toast for 1 to 2 minutes until edges turn golden.
4. Pour in chicken broth and milk, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir occasionally.
5. After 7 minutes, add shredded chicken and continue to simmer until orzo is tender, about 5 to 7 more minutes.
6. Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
7. Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and zest to taste.
8. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: one pot
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 31
- Cholesterol: 75
Keywords: creamy chicken orzo, light dinner, one pot meal, easy orzo, weeknight dinner, rotisserie chicken, healthy pasta, quick dinner