One Pan Creamy Spinach Mushroom Orzo with Chicken
A comforting one-pan dinner featuring creamy spinach, mushrooms, and chicken with al dente orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time:
20 minutes - Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free Option
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Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced - 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add cubed chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté sliced mushrooms and minced garlic until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in orzo pasta and pour in enough water or broth to cover by an inch.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, simmering until orzo is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and grated parmesan, mixing until creamy.
- Wilt fresh spinach in the pan, stirring until it softens.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, do not overcook the orzo. Adjust the recipe for vegetarian options or other pasta types as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat:
30g - Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat:
10g - Trans Fat:
0g - Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein:
30g - Cholesterol: 80mg