Description
Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh vegetables in a luscious sauce. Perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, this delightful recipe is easy to make and sure to impress. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, it’s a meal that could lead to sweet proposals—or at least second servings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (thyme or basil) for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic finely; cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chicken until golden brown and cooked through (6-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Pour in orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently for about 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Lower heat and mix in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts smoothly.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg