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Marry Me Chicken Orzo – A One-Pan Dinner

Make this Marry Me Chicken Orzo for a creamy, flavorful dinner! One-pan chicken with orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for family meals!
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This Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a creamy, flavorful, and easy one-pan dinner perfect for weeknights or special occasions. With tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan-coated orzo, this Tuscan-inspired dish is wholesome, satisfying, and guaranteed to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets (about 1 pound or 450g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Orzo and Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup (50g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup (200g) orzo
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Optional Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh basil or parsley
  • Extra Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Season and Sear the Chicken

  1. Pat the chicken cutlets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté the Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

  1. In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 3: Cook the Orzo

  1. Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, milk, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Stir in the orzo and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 4: Combine and Serve

  1. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy orzo.
  2. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

Notes

  • To make this dish gluten-free, substitute orzo with your favorite gluten-free pasta or rice.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
  • For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or unsweetened almond milk.

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