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Creamy One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo Recipe

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A comforting and indulgent one-pan chicken and orzo dish with sun-dried tomatoes, creamy sauce, and fresh herbs, perfect for an easy homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 3 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Pinch or two of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Handful of fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop garlic, shallots, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add more olive oil if needed, then sauté shallots and garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Add sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes, stirring for another minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and add orzo. Stir to combine, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Return chicken to the pan, nestling breasts into the orzo and broth mixture. Cover with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low.
  7. Simmer gently for about 15 minutes, or until orzo is tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Add more broth if orzo sticks or dries out.
  8. Remove chicken to rest briefly. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until sauce is creamy and smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Slice chicken into thick pieces and nestle back into the creamy orzo. Sprinkle fresh herbs on top and serve warm.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. If sauce is too thick, loosen with reserved broth or cream. Medium to medium-low heat prevents cream from breaking. For gluten-free, substitute orzo with quinoa or gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

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Keywords: one-pan chicken, orzo recipe, creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, quick meal

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