Description
A delicious creamy chicken orzo bake with fresh spinach and cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Your favorite herbs and spices (e.g., Italian seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and chop the onion.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and chicken until golden brown.
- Add spinach to the skillet until wilted. Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Pour in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and herbs; let bubble for about five minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- You can use any herbs and spices you prefer.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute other types of cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg