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A skillet of creamy Marry Me Chicken Orzo with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach

Marry Me Chicken Orzo

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 cups dry orzo pasta
  • 3 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup sun -dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 shallot , finely diced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter. Add shallots and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent. Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add the dry orzo to the skillet and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  • Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese until well incorporated and creamy.
  • Fold in the cooked chicken and fresh spinach. Heat for 2 minutes until spinach is wilted.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and serve immediately.