Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo is a delightful, one-pan dish that brings together tender chicken, rich cream, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes with perfectly cooked orzo. This comforting meal is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and dinner parties. Each bite is an explosion of flavor that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until orzo is al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until creamy. Return chicken to the skillet to warm through.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 155mg