Description
A creamy and comforting dish featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and mushrooms in a rich sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion and mushrooms. Cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add garlic and thyme, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor.
- Adjust creaminess by adding more broth if needed.
- Replace heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: creamy chicken orzo, mushroom pasta, easy dinner recipe