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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Orzo

This creamy marry me chicken orzo is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of chicken, orzo, and sun-dried tomatoes in a rich and creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick and easy meal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Maker: James

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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

25 min

Servings

Tags

chickenorzocreamsun-dried tomatoesparmesanbasilcomfort food

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45 min estimated total time for 4 servings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 white onion
  • 3 garlic
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup low-fat cream
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • to taste salt & pepper
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil

Instructions

  1. 1
    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Add the chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. 5
    Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. 6
    Add the paprika and oregano to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  7. 7
    Add the tomato puree, vegetable stock, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine.
  8. 8
    Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. 9
    Add the orzo to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the orzo is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, about 8-10 minutes.
  10. 10
    Stir in the low-fat cream and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  11. 11
    Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine with the orzo and sauce.
  12. 12
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  13. 13
    Transfer the creamy marry me chicken orzo to a serving dish and top with grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
  14. 14
    Serve hot and enjoy!