Creamy Chicken Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach
A delightful and comforting one-pot meal featuring creamy orzo, tender chicken, fresh spinach, and mushrooms, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup Orzo pasta You can swap for another pasta if desired.
- 2 cups Chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth or water.
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups Fresh spinach Frozen spinach can also be used.
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasonings according to taste.
- for cooking splash Olive oil Used for sautéing.
- for serving to taste Parmesan cheese Grated, for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your ingredients and lay them out on the countertop for easier access.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
- Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Check orzo for tenderness; it should be soft but still have a slight bite.
- Stir in fresh spinach and heavy cream. Combine everything well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy your comforting meal!
Notes
This recipe is forgiving; feel free to add leftover veggies or fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for enhanced flavor. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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