Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy orzo pasta, topped with a melty cheese layer. This delightful recipe is easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With rich flavors and a heartwarming aroma, each bite offers a cozy embrace that will leave your family and friends craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and thyme; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces; cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Stir in orzo; reduce heat and simmer until al dente (about 10 minutes).
- Gradually stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a baking dish if desired, sprinkle with shredded cheese, then broil for about 5 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg