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Mediterranean Creamy Chicken Orzo

A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy orzo pasta, bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup spinach, chopped
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking the Orzo
  1. In the same skillet, add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Then, add the orzo and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for around 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Making it Creamy
  1. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, spinach, olives, and oregano. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.
Serving
  1. Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy the burst of Mediterranean flavors!

Notes

For added freshness, consider incorporating seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers. To lighten the dish, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.