Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
A rich and creamy dish featuring tender orzo pasta, succulent chicken, and vibrant Tuscan flavors.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook until browned.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach, cooking until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Mix in the cooked orzo and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner