Welcome to my dinner series where I share easy, delicious recipes that bring the taste of a fancy restaurant right to your table, without spending hours in the kitchen. And let me tell you, this one takes the crown as the best yet! Whether it’s a regular weeknight or a cozy date night at home, this dish fits the bill perfectly.
Here’s what you’ll need:
One Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo
- Category: Dinner
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained if in oil)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
- 2 large handfuls fresh spinach
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Start by patting the chicken dry and cutting it into cubes. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges start to brown.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, then add the orzo and broth. Stir well and reduce the heat to medium.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Note that your orzo might need a little extra time to cook, and that’s okay!
- Once the orzo is cooked through, add the coconut milk or cream and spinach. Stir for another minute until the spinach wilts, then add the Parmesan cheese and give it a final stir.
- Remove the skillet from heat, plate up your delicious creation, and get ready to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right at home!
