One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo: A Recipe to Fall in Love With

One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo: A Recipe to Fall in Love With

Servings

4

servingsPrep time

10

minutesCooking time

30

minutesCalories

315

kcal

This One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in. With tender chicken thighs, al dente orzo, and a rich, cheesy sauce, it’s a meal guaranteed to impress. Best of all, it’s made in a single pan, so cleanup is a breeze!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

• 1 cup orzo

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup chicken broth

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

Directions

• Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and thyme. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

  

• Sauté the Garlic and Orzo: In the same pan, add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add the orzo and sauté for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted.

• Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer.

• Cook the Chicken and Orzo Together: Return the chicken to the pan, cover, and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the orzo is tender and the sauce is creamy.

  

• Garnish and Serve: Stir in Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Note:

• For added flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes before serving or swap the chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.