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Creamy One-Pot Marry Me Chicken Orzo

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A creamy, dreamy one-pot chicken and orzo dish with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan, perfect for quick and comforting dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup (about 170g) orzo pasta
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained slightly
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups (720ml) chicken broth
  • ¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (use oil from sun-dried tomatoes if desired)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into roughly 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add chicken pieces and sauté until mostly cooked through with golden edges, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and thyme; cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
  5. Add orzo and chicken broth, stir well, and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking, until orzo is tender but slightly al dente.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese once orzo is cooked and liquid mostly absorbed. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Add more broth or cream if sauce is too thick.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes or fresh basil. Let rest off heat for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

If orzo absorbs broth too quickly and looks dry before fully cooked, add broth a little at a time. Use medium heat to avoid evaporation and burning. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, replace orzo with gluten-free pasta or quinoa. Let the dish rest a few minutes off heat to thicken sauce.

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Keywords: one-pot, creamy chicken, orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, quick meal

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