Marry Me Chicken Orzo (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken and creamy orzo combine with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan for a rich, satisfying dish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Chicken
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
03 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 -
1 teaspoon paprika
05 -
Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Orzo & Sauce
06 -
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
07 -
3 garlic cloves, minced
08 -
240 ml chicken broth
09 -
240 ml heavy cream
10 -
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 -
⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
12 -
1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
→ Optional Garnish
13 -
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
# Detailed Directions:
01 -
Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
02 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
03 -
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic briefly until fragrant. Add orzo and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
04 -
Pour in chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the pan and release browned bits. Simmer for approximately 5 minutes.
05 -
Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried thyme. Allow sauce to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 -
Return chicken to skillet, nestling into orzo mixture. Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and orzo tender.
07 -
Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
# Helpful Advice:
01 -
Use tongs to carefully turn the chicken to ensure even searing without tearing the meat.