Marry Me Chicken Orzo Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Orzo Recipe is a delightful and romantic dish that combines tender chicken breasts with creamy orzo pasta, infused with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy night in. With its rich flavors and stunning presentation, it’s bound to have everyone asking for the recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (approximately 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- Mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted. Return chicken to the skillet, letting everything simmer together for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg