Description

Creamy Baked Chicken Orzo is a satisfying dish filled with tender chicken and creamy pasta. Perfect for cozy dinners, this easy recipe combines orzo, fresh spinach, and flavorful chicken to delight your taste buds and bring warmth to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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1 ½ lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
1½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp pepper
½ tsp sea salt
1 cup orzo, uncooked
2 ¼ cups chicken broth
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
12 oz cherry tomatoes
6–8 oz cream cheese, cubed
2 handfuls baby spinach
¼ cup parmesan, freshly grated
1–2 tbsp heavy cream, optional

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking dish with olive oil.
In a skillet, sauté cubed chicken with olive oil,Italian seasoning, onion powder, pepper, and sea salt until browned.
Stir in minced garlic, then add uncooked orzo, mixing well.
Pour in chicken broth and add cherry tomatoes, ensuring orzo is immersed.
Nestle cream cheese into the mixture, then layer in spinach and top with parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For meal prep, assemble the dish ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Use low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.
Feel free to substitute chicken with your preferred proteins.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 560
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 59g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg