Description

This creamy chicken and spinach orzo dish features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and melted Boursin cheese all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup. It’s a cozy, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small pieces

salt and black pepper to taste

3 cloves garlic minced

1 small yellow onion finely diced

1 cup dry orzo pasta

3 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup baby spinach packed

1 (5.2 oz) round Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs cheese

1/2 cup milk or heavy cream (optional)

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

grated Parmesan for garnish (optional)

red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and season chicken with salt and pepper

2. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside

3. Reduce heat to medium, add onion and garlic to the same pan and sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant

4. Stir in orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden

5. Pour in chicken broth and return chicken to the pot, bring to a gentle simmer

6. Cook uncovered 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed

7. Add spinach and stir until wilted, then break Boursin into chunks and fold in until melted

8. If needed, add milk or extra broth to adjust consistency

9. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste

10. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: one-pot
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

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