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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo is a delightful one-pan meal that captures the essence of Italian cuisine in just 30 minutes. This dish features juicy chicken, tender orzo pasta, and a luscious cream sauce, all complemented by vibrant spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, it combines simplicity with sophistication, making every bite a comforting experience.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and chop the sun-dried tomatoes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo pasta, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until orzo is al dente, approximately 10-12 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and fresh spinach until wilted and the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot with extra sun-dried tomatoes for garnish.
  • Author: Layla
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg