Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup orzo pasta
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your One Pan Chicken Orzo Dinner:
1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Dice the onion, bell pepper, zucchini, and garlic. Set these aside for cooking.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or pan, add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Place them in the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes, then add the bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes until they soften.
5. Add Orzo and Broth: Stir in the orzo pasta and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Return Chicken to the Pan: Once the broth is boiling, return the chicken to the pan. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
7. Add Spinach and Cheese: Once cooked, stir in the chopped spinach and Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
8. Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
These straightforward steps will guide you to a flavorful and satisfying One Pan Chicken Orzo Dinner in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 35g