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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo Recipe

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo Recipe
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Creamy Tuscan chicken orzo with sundried tomatoes and spinach is a flavorful one-pan dish that is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Orzo:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large shallot, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cups orzo
  • ½ cup white cooking wine
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 3 cups vegetable stock (substitute chicken stock or water)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups fresh spinach (substitute 1 cup frozen spinach)
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: In a skillet, sear the chicken breasts for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Cook the Orzo: In the same skillet, sauté shallot, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Add sundried tomatoes and orzo, then deglaze with white wine.
  4. Add Ingredients: Stir in mustard, thyme, vegetable stock, and return chicken to the pan. Simmer until orzo and chicken are cooked.
  5. Finish the Dish: Remove chicken, then add cream, parmesan, spinach, basil, and lemon juice to the orzo. Adjust seasoning.
  6. Serve: Slice chicken and serve over creamy orzo. Garnish with basil.

Notes

  • This orzo is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat with extra broth or cream to maintain desired consistency.

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