Description
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo combines the comforting flavors of classic chicken pot pie with the heartiness of orzo pasta. All made in one pan in just 30 minutes—perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast, diced
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and corn)
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced chicken breast and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; cook until translucent and fragrant.
4. Add mixed vegetables and cook for 2–3 more minutes.
5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6. Stir in orzo pasta, cover skillet, and reduce to a simmer.
7. Cook until orzo is tender, about 10 minutes.
8. Mix in heavy cream, dried thyme, and parsley.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Simmer a few minutes more until creamy and well combined.
11. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For quicker prep, use shredded rotisserie chicken.
Substitute orzo with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
Add fresh herbs or swap in your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg