Tuscan Chicken and Orzo Skillet Recipe
Creamy Tuscan Chicken and Orzo Skillet is an easy one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. This simple stovetop recipe comes together quickly and makes a hearty meal the whole family will enjoy.
Servings: 6
Cost: $16.50, $2.75 per Servings
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts ($7.56, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt ($0.02)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ($0.06)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ($0.12)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes ($0.08)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil ($0.60, divided)
- ½ onion ($0.50, chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic ($0.20, minced (or 2 teaspoons minced garlic)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes ($1.16, chopped)
- 1½ cups orzo pasta ($0.37)
- 3 cups chicken broth ($1.47)
- 3 cups fresh spinach ($2.48, chopped)
- ½ cup heavy cream ($1.19)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ($0.69)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil over medium high heat.
- Add boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Stir in onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
- Add cloves minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo pasta, then pour in chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in chopped fresh spinach, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Cook for 1–2 more minutes, until heated through. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
The orzo will soak up the broth and sauce as it sits so add more broth when reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1134mg | Potassium: 984mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1943IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 3mg
