Description
A delightful dish combining tender orzo pasta with savory shredded chicken in a rich creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add orzo to the skillet and toast for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in shredded cooked chicken and heavy cream.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and mix until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach. To lighten the dish, swap heavy cream for half-and-half or a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg