Chicken Orzo Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
261 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Orzo Recipe
Description
This recipe starts by sautéing thinly sliced chicken breast alongside chopped onion, celery, and carrot in olive oil until the chicken loses its pink color. Garlic is added for aroma before pouring in chicken broth and uncooked orzo pasta. The mixture simmers gently to cook the pasta through without becoming mushy, about 15 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid sticking.
The result is a warm, soothing dish combining tender meat, softened but not mushy vegetables, and small pasta with a slightly firm bite. The inclusion of fresh parsley imparts a fresh herbal touch, and seasoning with salt and pepper enhances the dish’s balance.
Chicken Orzo works well as a simple, satisfying meal that can be prepared on a weeknight or for lunch. It requires minimal steps and comes together in one pot, simplifying cleanup.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chicken breast large or 2 small, thinly sliced
- 1 onion small, chopped
- 2 celery rib chopped
- 1 carrot large, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound orzo pasta uncooked
- 3 tablespoons parsley minced
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium to medium low heat.
- Add chicken, onion, celery, and carrots and cook until chicken is no longer pink. (about 5 minutes) Season with salt and pepper while cooking. Stir in the garlic.
- Add broth, orzo, and parsley. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Stir frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 261kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 672mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 372mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1400IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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