Ingredients
– 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4-5 cloves mashed garlic
– 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and drained
– 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
– 2 teaspoons paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
– 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 cup orzo
– 2 3/4 cups chicken broth or water
– 3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
– 2 large handfuls fresh spinach
– 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1-Prepare all ingredients: Cube the 1.5 pounds of chicken breast, mash the 4-5 cloves of garlic, drain the 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, and measure out the other items like spices and liquids.
2-Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken cubes until golden, about 5 minutes, seasoning with 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper.
3-After searing, add the mashed garlic and cook for another minute to release its flavor.
4-Stir in 1 cup of orzo and 2 3/4 cups of chicken broth, then cover and simmer for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
5-Once the orzo is tender, mix in 3/4 cup of full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream and 2 large handfuls of fresh spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts.
6-Finally, blend in 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately for a creamy finish.
Last Step:
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π Stir occasionally during simmering to prevent orzo from sticking to the pan.
π₯ Fresh spinach adds vibrant color and nutrition; donβt skip it!
π§ For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
