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One Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo
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Marry Me Chicken With Orzo

Marry Me Chicken With Orzo is a creamy, one-pot comfort meal made with tender chicken, rich sauce, and soft orzo. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for busy nights or special dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs, about 1½ lb total)
  • 1½ cups dry orzo pasta
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 3 cups chicken stock low sodium
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese or 4 oz cream cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional
  • ½ tsp chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Meat mallet (optional, for even thickness)

Method
 

  1. Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a deep pan over medium heat.
  3. Sear chicken until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add onion and cook until soft.
  5. Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in chicken stock and milk or cream. Stir well.
  7. Add orzo and scrape the pan bottom to release flavor.
  8. Place chicken back into the pan.
  9. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–18 minutes, stirring often.
  10. When orzo is tender, lower heat and stir in cheese.
  11. Add spinach and let it wilt.
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add lemon if desired.
  13. Rest for 1 minute, then serve warm.