A comforting one-pan meal with tender chicken, creamy orzo, and fresh vegetables.

⏱ Prep & Cook Time

Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Serves: 3–4

📝 Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 1 cup orzo pasta

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 cups fresh spinach

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the chicken

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

2. Sauté the garlic

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.

3. Cook the orzo

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the orzo pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8–10 minutes until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

4. Make it creamy

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

5. Add vegetables and chicken

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach, stirring gently until the spinach wilts and everything is evenly coated in the sauce.

6. Adjust seasoning and serve

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Let the dish simmer for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top

• Pair with garlic bread or a simple green salad

• Add a squeeze of lemon for a fresh finish

🔥 Tips

• For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream

• Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra texture

• Stir frequently while cooking orzo to prevent sticking

Creamy, satisfying, and full of flavor, this Creamy Chicken Orzo Delight is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that still feels special.