Description
A rich and comforting one-pan meal that pairs seared, juicy chicken with creamy orzo pasta in a garlic-Parmesan sauce. Ideal for weeknight dinners or relaxed entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Orzo and Sauce:
- 1 1/2 cups orzo
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add heavy cream and cook orzo 8–10 minutes, stirring often.
- Stir in Parmesan until melted. Return chicken to the pan. Cover and simmer 5–7 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes