Marry Me Chicken Orzo (Printer-Friendly Version)

A creamy, flavorful skillet dish with chicken, orzo pasta, and sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for easy dinners.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 500 grams boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced

→ Vegetables & Herbs

02 - 60 grams sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
03 - 30 grams fresh baby spinach
04 - 3 grams minced garlic

→ Spices & Seasonings

05 - 5 grams paprika
06 - 5 grams onion powder
07 - 5 grams garlic powder
08 - 5 grams Italian seasoning
09 - 5 grams salt
10 - 3 grams freshly ground black pepper

→ Liquids

11 - 15 milliliters olive oil
12 - 720 milliliters chicken broth
13 - 180 milliliters heavy whipping cream

→ Grains & Dairy

14 - 180 grams dry orzo pasta
15 - 40 grams freshly grated parmesan cheese

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season evenly with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until browned on all sides.
02 - Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and continue cooking for 4 minutes. In the last minute, add minced garlic and mix thoroughly.
03 - Pour in chicken broth and add dry orzo pasta. Stir to combine and deglaze the skillet by scraping the bottom. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook the orzo until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes according to package instructions.
04 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, baby spinach, and freshly grated parmesan. Continue stirring until the spinach wilts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - For a quicker meal, use shredded rotisserie chicken. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water or broth if too thick, or simmer longer to reduce if too thin. Substitute heavy cream with whole milk or coconut milk for a lighter version.
02 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth to maintain creaminess. Freezing is not recommended as the sauce may separate.

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