One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo

Name: One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (halved); 2 large shallots (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 cups chicken stock; 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 cup orzo pasta; 4 cups baby spinach; 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves