Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo is the perfect dish for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. This one-pan recipe features tender chicken, creamy sauce, and the rich flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, all combined with al dente orzo pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying and nutritious meal that offers 40 grams of protein per serving. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast tenderloins
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup orzo (uncooked)
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear for about 3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and add more olive oil. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes before adding uncooked orzo.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook orzo for 5-8 minutes until softened.
- Stir in spinach until wilted, then add heavy cream and mix well.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer until heated through. Top with grated parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg