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One Pot Chicken Orzo

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One Pot Chicken Orzo is a delightful, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and al dente orzo in a single pot for effortless cooking. This quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering rich flavors without the hassle of multiple pans. In just 45 minutes, you can enjoy a comforting meal that warms the heart and satisfies the palate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • ½ cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cups chopped fresh asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 8 ounces dry orzo
  • 2 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or ¼ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • ⅓ cup half and half (or milk)
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix chicken with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned (10-12 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and sauté asparagus for 2 minutes. Set aside with chicken.
  4. Sauté onion in the pan until softened (about 3 minutes). Add orzo and minced garlic; toast for another 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and simmer while stirring occasionally for about 7 minutes until liquid is mostly absorbed.
  6. Stir in cooked chicken, asparagus, half and half, parmesan, spinach, and thyme. Heat through until spinach wilts (1-2 minutes).
  7. Serve immediately topped with parsley and extra parmesan.

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