One Pan Creamy Tomato Chicken Boursin Orzo

An easy weeknight dinner made with juicy chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and creamy Boursin cheese. Everything cooks in one pan, including the orzo, for a rich and flavorful meal with minimal cleanup.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Set aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.

Step 2

Cook the chicken: Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.

Step 3

Cook the aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. In the same pan, add the shallot and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in the wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Toast the orzo: Stir in the orzo and tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Simmer: Add the cherry tomatoes and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender, about 12–15 minutes. Add additional broth as needed if the orzo absorbs the liquid too quickly.

Step 6

Finish: Reduce heat to low. Stir in the Boursin cheese until melted and creamy. Add the chicken and spinach and stir until the spinach wilts and everything is well combined.

Step 7

Serve: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

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