Description
Creamy Tuscan Chicken with orzo is a delightful dish that’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic. The addition of orzo pasta creates a comforting texture that captures every drop of flavor. Quick to prepare and bursting with taste, this meal is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on both sides (about 6-8 minutes per side). Remove from pan.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and dried herbs.
- Add spinach to the sauce, stirring until wilted. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Fold cooked orzo into the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed to combine everything evenly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg