Description
Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a romantic, one-pot dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones. This delightful meal features tender, boneless chicken breasts simmered in a luscious, creamy sauce that perfectly complements fluffy orzo pasta. Infused with aromatic garlic and a blend of Italian herbs, each bite delivers a harmonious explosion of flavor that transforms any dinner into a special occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe ensures minimal cleanup, allowing you to focus on enjoying the moment with family or a loved one. Perfect for cozy date nights or festive gatherings, Marry Me Chicken Orzo could even inspire a heartfelt proposal after just one taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and season chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken in olive oil for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant, then add chicken broth.
- Stir in orzo and bring to a gentle boil; cover and simmer until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and Italian herbs; return chicken to the skillet to warm through.
- Serve immediately, drizzling sauce over the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg