Creamy Chicken Orzo
This delicious Creamy Chicken Orzo has tender chicken, chewy orzo in a creamy sauce, parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts halved
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 white onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 3 cups orzo
- 4 cups chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh herbs for serving
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry. Combine salt, black pepper, garlic, powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Season chicken on both sides.
- Heat a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and transfer to a plate.
- Add onion and additional tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes, until soft. Add garlic and orzo and toast until golden.
- Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is soft. Add heavy cream and mix well.
- Slice chicken and top over over. Serve with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
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