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Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Orzo

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Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Orzo is a cozy, one-skillet meal that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a velvety Parmesan cream sauce. It’s a comforting, weeknight-friendly dish made in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in orzo and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy and well combined.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and stir until heated through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
  • Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Red pepper flakes or hot sauce can add heat.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for variation.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal.

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