Effortless Chicken Orzo Pan (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Proteins
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1.5 lbs chicken breast without skin and bones, diced into chunks
→ Pantry Staples
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1 cup of orzo pasta
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2 teaspoons of paprika powder
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2 teaspoons of dried Italian herbs
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½ teaspoon of coarse salt
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1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
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2 ¾ cups of chicken broth or water
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
→ Fresh Produce
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4-5 chopped garlic cloves
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About ¾ cup of drained sun-dried tomatoes
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2 generous handfuls of fresh spinach leaves
→ Dairy & Alternatives
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¾ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
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¾ cup full-fat coconut milk or heavy cream
# Instructions:
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Dry off the chicken using a paper towel, then dice into small chunks. Keep it aside.
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Turn the heat to medium and pour in the olive oil into your skillet.
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Toss the chicken pieces into the hot oil and let them cook for a couple of minutes until the edges start turning white.
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Throw in the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning. Stir and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
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Pour the broth and add the orzo. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan and cook it for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.
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When the pasta is ready, mix in the spinach and coconut milk or cream. Stir until the spinach is soft and cooked.
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Sprinkle the grated Parmesan, stir, and take off the heat. Serve quickly while it's hot.
# Notes:
01 -
This 'Marry Me' chicken is rumored to be so tasty, it might lead to a wedding proposal!
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Pick heavy cream instead of coconut milk if you want an extra-rich texture.