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mediterranean creamy chicken orzo

Mediterranean Creamy Chicken Orzo: 7 Comforting Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A creamy Mediterranean dish with chicken and orzo.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender.
  6. Stir in cooked chicken, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach.
  7. Cook until heated through.
  8. Stir in feta cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken for convenience.
  • Adjust cream for desired richness.
  • Add more vegetables as desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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