One Skillet Parmesan Chicken and Orzo

Name: One Skillet Parmesan Chicken and Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 2 chicken breast fillets, skinless & boneless; 3 1/2 ounces (3.5 oz) spinach; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoons salted butter; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan; 1 1/2 cup chicken broth, more if needed; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:30min

One skillet Parmesan, chicken and orzo, a perfect dinner that’s quick, easy, and super flavorful. Pan seared chicken breasts, and orzo cooked together with spinach and Parmesan for a complete dinner made in just one skillet. Truly one of those all-in-one-dinners that just about everyone will love. And Parmesan cheese makes nearly everything better, right? A chicken dinner that’s comforting and hearty, thanks to the creamy cheese, spinach and smooth orzo, but also with a touch of acidity from the white wine and a splash of lemon juice that finishes it all off. This one skillet dinner feels both satisfying and special, which makes this a meal that ticks all the boxes as a fast dish on a weeknight but also a wholesome meal for family dinners in the weekends and can be fancy enough to impress friends on a dinner party. The best part? It’s light enough so everyone at your table will have plenty of room for some dessert. And the flavors are spot on. I wanted to keep things on the simple side. So, once we’ve seared the chicken, we add the orzo and cook until soft. Then a few handfuls of spinach and Parmesan. In total, it all takes about 30 minutes. If you want to keep the dish extra healthy, swap the orzo for quinoa or farro, both should have similar cooking times.

Updated at: Sun, 16 Feb 2025 03:29:55 GMT