Chicken Orzo Bake
This Chicken Orzo Bake is the ultimate one-dish comfort meal, featuring tender chicken, creamy orzo, fresh vegetables, and a cheesy topping. It’s easy, hearty, and perfect for a family-friendly dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup spinach, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large ovenproof skillet or baking dish, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo pasta, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the spinach and cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Swap spinach for kale, arugula, or Swiss chard.
Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for spice.
Use half-and-half or cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Make it vegetarian by omitting chicken and using veggie broth with more vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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