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
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- ½ onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced (or 2 teaspoons minced garlic)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1½ cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups fresh spinach chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces directly to a large skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until browned.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo pasta, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in the spinach, heavy cream, and 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
