Chicken Orzo Recipe
This Creamy Chicken Orzo is made with simple ingredients and can be on your table in 30 minutes. It's a meal the whole family will love!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Lil' Luna
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large (or 2 small) chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 1 large carrot, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound orzo pasta, uncooked
- 3 tablespoons minced parsley
Heat oil in a large pot over medium to medium low heat.
Add chicken, onion, celery, and carrots and cook until chicken is no longer pink. (about 5 minutes) Season with salt and pepper while cooking. Stir in the garlic.
Add broth, orzo, and parsley. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Stir frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1400IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg