One Pot Smoky Garlic Butter Parmesan Chicken Orzo Bliss

A comforting and family-friendly meal featuring One Pot Smoky Garlic Butter Parmesan Chicken Orzo, ready in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 620

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Can swap for chicken breasts
4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended

For the Orzo

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use butter instead
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used
1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
1 cup Orzo Pasta Can substitute with ditalini or gluten-free

For Cooking

4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option
1/2 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for lighter option
1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for extra kick

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped) Optional

Equipment

large pot

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Brown the Chicken by heating olive oil in a pot; season chicken and cook until golden brown.
Sauté Garlic in the same pot until fragrant.
Prepare Orzo by toasting it in the pot for 1-2 minutes.
Add Broth and cook until orzo is al dente.
Combine Cream and Cheese, mixing in browned chicken.
Serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch garlic closely to avoid burning and adjust seasoning to taste. Consider adding fresh veggies for extra nutrition.

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