Creamy Chicken and Orzo

Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free, Fish-Free, Shellfish-Free, Nut-Free

Category:

Main Course

Prep Time:

20 Minutes

Cook Time:

40 Minutes

Servings:

6

Level:

Easy

Author:

Kristina Koslosky

Description

A simple dish consisting of freshly cut celery, carrots, onion, and garlic. This Creamy Chicken and Orzo makes for a filling and tasty dinner. Makes for great leftovers!

Ingredients:

    1 tbsp. olive oil
    1 onion, diced
    3 celery stalks, diced
    3 large carrots, diced
    4 garlic cloves, minced
    6 cups chicken broth
    3 lbs. chicken thighs
    1 lb. orzo
    1 tbsp. parsley, minced
    1 tsp. salt
    1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in large skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Using the same skillet and 1 tbsp. olive oil. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté about 7 minutes, until onions are translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes. Transfer sautéed vegetables to a large 6 qt. soup pot.
4. Once chicken is cooked, dice or shred the chicken.
5. Add the diced/shredded chicken to the pot along with the orzo.
6. Bring to boil. Then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until almost all the liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove the cover. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Serve and top with parsley!
    • Stay tuned, new recipes that pair well with this dish will be published soon!
    • Wish we could make this healthier, but sometimes you just cannot help it.
    • If you have suggestions for us, please share in the comments.

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