Tuscan Chicken and Orzo: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
This Tuscan Chicken and Orzo recipe combines vibrant flavors and comforting textures, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo and cook according to package directions until tender.
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier dish, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- This recipe can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tuscan Chicken and Orzo, comfort food, easy recipe