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One-Pot Marry Me Chicken Orzo

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One-pot recipes literally save my life. I’ve been cooking for at least two decades now and I have learned that one-pot recipes, like my chicken fried rice, for example, not only make amazing meals, but make life so much easier, especially after having kids.

This recipe for Marry Me Chicken Orzo not only cooks in just one pot, but it’s insanely delicious and great for leftovers. My kids devoured this meal. It’s creamy, indulgent yet nutritious, and filling. My husband enjoyed leftovers for lunch the next day. I think my job here is done!

Delicious creamy one-pot Marry Me Chicken With Orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach tossed in a savory cheese sauce, served in a stylish bowl. Perfect comfort food for dinner or family meals.

How To Make One-Pot Marry Me Chicken with Orzo

I love it when a recipe comes together and hits all the needed food groups for my family. My Spinach Feta Orzo with White Beans and Lemon does the same thing in a lighter, fresher way.

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Enjoy!

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Large Skillet with a Lid

It’s perfect for one-pot meals because it gives you plenty of space to cook everything evenly and finish the dish all in one pan.

Busy weeknights can create a ton of stress in families – homework, sports, appointments, work….you get the point!

That’s why cozy dinners like this and my Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup save me during busy weeks.

Simple, family-friendly recipes that don’t require a ton of time or clean up have become essential in my house. My Chicken Parmesan Broccoli Skillet Pasta is another easy dinner we make all the time during busy weeks.

If we’re not eating Marry Me Chicken Orzo, I’m usually making something cozy like Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup or One-Pot Garlic Tomato Chicken and Orzo.

These nutrient-dense yet delicious meals feed my family weekly, and then some! Leftovers for lunch are an added bonus! Enjoy!

Yield: 4-6

One-Pot Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Deep close-up of a bowl of creamy marry me chicken orzo garnished with herbs, cheese, and vegetables. Perfect comfort food for dinner, featuring tender chicken, pasta, and a rich, flavorful sauce.

Creamy, flavorful, and made all in one pan, this One-Pot Marry Me Chicken and Orzo features tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. It’s an easy, weeknight-ready dinner that comes together quickly with minimal cleanup.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breasts or chicken thighs, cut into 1 inch chunks
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6-7 ounce jar julienned sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil or dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup cream, half & half or full fat coconut milk
  • 1 1/4 cups regular or gluten free orzo
  • 2 large handfuls of baby spinach
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil

Instructions

    1. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet and place over medium-medium high heat. Add pieces of chicken and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook chicken, stirring a few times for about 5 minutes or until lightly browned. It doesn't need to cook all the way through.
    2. Turn heat to medium and add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, dried thyme or basil, Italian seasoning and drained sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
    3. Add orzo to the pan and toast for about a minute.
    4. Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring a few times to prevent the orzo from sticking to the skillet.
    5. Add cream of choice and spinach and cook for a few more minutes to let the cream absorb.
    6. Lastly, add parmesan cheese and stir.
    7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2 days. Leftovers are delicious!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 862Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 22gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 192mgSodium: 1543mgCarbohydrates: 54gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 80g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated. Use as an approximation only.

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Category: Lunch + Dinner

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