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One Pan Chicken Orzo

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, comforting orzo pasta, and fresh vegetables cooked together for a quick and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium if desired
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the orzo, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  6. Fold in the spinach and let it wilt.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning beforehand. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
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