Delicious Easy One-Pot Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Magic

This Easy One-Pot Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo is a flavorful and hassle-free dish perfect for any dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 480

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 tablespoons Olive oil Helps to achieve a perfectly golden chicken.
1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Tender and quick-cooking.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
1 teaspoon Black pepper Adds a subtle kick.
3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for aroma.
1 teaspoon Dried oregano Brings in earthy tones.

For the Orzo

4 cups Chicken broth Infuses orzo with flavor.
1 cup Orzo pasta Cooks quickly and absorbs sauce.

For the Creamy Sauce

1 cup Heavy cream Creates a rich texture.
1 Juice and zest of 1 lemon Adds zesty brightness.

For Optional Add-Ins

2 cups Fresh spinach Adds color and nutrition.
1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley or basil For garnish.

Equipment

large skillet or Dutch oven

Method

Cooking Steps

Warm the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and dried oregano, sautéing for about 30 seconds.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the orzo. Lower the heat and cover the pan.
Stir in the heavy cream along with the lemon juice and zest. Allow to bubble together for a couple of minutes.
Fold in the fresh spinach, if using, and allow it to wilt. Garnish with parsley or basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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