Quick and Easy Chicken Orzo Recipe
This flavorful chicken orzo dish is perfect for a fast weeknight dinner, combining tender chicken with tender pasta and fresh herbs.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add orzo pasta and toast lightly for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in chicken broth, stir, and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
For a creamier texture, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream before serving.