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Orzo Chicken Pasta Recipe

This hearty orzo chicken pasta is a one pot meal finished in less than 30 minutes.
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword fast and easy meals, instant pot easy recipes, orzo pasta, pasta recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 143kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large chicken thighs skinless
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ cup sliced onion
  • 1 cup sliced mushroom
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ½ cup half & half
  • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: parmesan cheese parsley, lemon

Instructions

  • Start by browning the chicken in large skillet with the teaspoon of olive oil. About 4 minutes on each side while salt and peppering as necessary. Set chicken aside.
  • In the same pan, over medium heat, cook the onions and mushrooms until browned.
  • Now in the same pan stir in the orzo and garlic until the orzo begins to toast, then add chicken stock.
  • Boil for 6 minutes, reduce the heat, then pour in the cream, spinach and shredded cheese.
  • Once the spinach has wilted and sauce reduces, place chicken back in, simmering for a few minutes then garnish if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost in refrigerator and warm in oven on 350 degrees F or microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 963mg | Potassium: 326mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1569IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg