Chicken Orzo (30-Minutes, One-Pan)

Name: Chicken Orzo (30-Minutes, One-Pan)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 1.5 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup orzo (uncooked); 5 cloves garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 10 oz cherry tomatoes (sliced in half); 2 cups chicken stock; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 5 oz fresh spinach; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup basil pesto

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Creamy chicken orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that takes just 30 minutes and you only need one pan. This comforting recipe features lots of veggies (cherry tomatoes and spinach) in a super-flavorful creamy sauce made with basil pesto. Make this simple restaurant-quality chicken dinner at home - and it might become a new family favorite for busy weekdays!

Updated at: Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:10:08 GMT