Sun Dried Tomato Basil and Parmesan Orzo with Chicken

Name: Sun Dried Tomato Basil and Parmesan Orzo with Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, (diced into 3/4-inch pieces); 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cloves garlic, (minced); 1 1/4 cups (8 oz) dry orzo pasta; 2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, (then more as needed (don't use regular broth, it will be too salty)); 1/3 cup sun dried tomato halves packed in oil with herbs; 1/2 - 3/4 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese, (to taste); 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

A hearty, one pan pasta dish loaded with tender orzo, bright bits of sun dried tomatoes, flavorful garlic and parmesan, lean, protein rich pieces of chicken and fresh basil. A new weeknight staple!

Updated at: Sun, 20 Apr 2025 15:02:05 GMT