Description
Indulge in a cozy, creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo that transforms a classic comfort food into a delectable pasta dish. Tender orzo pasta mingles with juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich sauce, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With its mouthwatering aroma and hearty flavors, this one-pot meal is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare, this recipe offers endless customization options while bringing warmth to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and chop the vegetables.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- 3. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink, about 6 minutes.
- 4. Stir in chicken broth and uncooked orzo; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- 5. Mix in sour cream and thyme until well combined.
- 6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg