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Tuscan Chicken and Orzo Skillet

Tuscan Chicken and Orzo is a one-pan dinner that's rich with flavors like garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, and it's sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Make this easy Italian inspired chicken dinner tonight!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 899 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1½ pounds chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅔ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1½ cups orzo
  • 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • fresh chopped parsley
  • Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once heated, add in the chicken thighs, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan. Add in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  5. Add in the onions, sprinkle with salt, and cook for a couple minutes until softened.
  6. Add in the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for another minute.
  7. Stir in the orzo.
  8. Add in the chicken broth.
  9. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  10. Place the chicken thighs back in the pan.
  11. Cover the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the orzo is cooked.
  12. Remove the chicken thighs from the pan once again.
  13. Stir in the spinach, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.
  14. Return chicken thighs to the pan.
  15. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley, more parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

  • Storage: Store Tuscan chicken and orzo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days.
  • Store Tuscan chicken and orzo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 899kcal (45%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 57g (88%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 213mg (71%) Sodium 887mg (37%) Potassium 1298mg (37%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2904IU (58%) Vitamin C 16mg (18%) Calcium 174mg (17%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 899

% Daily Value*

Calories 899kcal 45%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 42g 84%
Fat 57g 88%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 213mg 71%
Sodium 887mg 37%
Potassium 1298mg 28%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2904IU 58%
Vitamin C 16mg 18%
Calcium 174mg 17%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.