Description
Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a delightful and creamy dish that combines tender chicken breasts with al dente orzo pasta, all enveloped in a rich sauce infused with garlic and herbs. Perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but guarantees to impress your guests with its delicious flavors and aromas. Get ready to create unforgettable memories at the dinner table with each mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, chicken broth, minced garlic, and dried oregano until well combined.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the seared chicken in the baking dish. Scatter uncooked orzo around the chicken.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until everything is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg