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Creamy Garlic Chicken Orzo

This Creamy Garlic Chicken Orzo is a delicious one-pot meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Packed with tender chicken, nutritious vegetables, and flavorful herbs, this dish is sure to please the whole family in just 30 minutes.
2
22 min
TOTAL TIME
582
CALORIES
$1.92
PER SERVING
Creamy Garlic Chicken Orzo
Directions
9 STEPS
5 min
PREP TIME
17 min
COOK TIME
22 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add thinly sliced chicken breast, finely chopped onion, chopped celery, and chopped carrot to the pot. Cook until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Season the chicken and vegetables with salt and pepper while cooking.
4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
5
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6
Add the uncooked orzo pasta, stirring well to avoid sticking.
7
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
8
Stir in the heavy cream, minced parsley, and minced basil, letting everything cook for an additional 2 minutes or until heated through.
9
Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve immediately.
Health Info
Macros
36g
CARBS
34g
FAT
32g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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