One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Sometimes you need a meal that feels like a hug – something comforting but not boring, quick but not basic. This one-pan chicken orzo is exactly that kind of dinner, born from those nights when you want something delicious but don’t want to create a mountain of dishes afterward.

My kitchen has seen this recipe transform from an experiment to a total lifesaver. It’s the kind of dish that comes together faster than you can order takeout, with layers of flavor that’ll make you feel like a total cooking rockstar – without spending hours at the stove.

Weeknight cooking doesn’t have to be a chore, and this recipe proves it. With just one pan and some smart ingredient choices, you’re about to create something that looks way more complicated than it actually is.

What You’ll Need

• 1.5 Pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken breast cut into cubes
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 4-5 Cloves Garlic mashed
• ¾ Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes packed in oil and drained
• 2 Teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 2 Teaspoons Paprika
• ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
• 1 Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 Cup Orzo
• 2 ¾ Cups Chicken Broth or Water
• ¾ Cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk or Heavy Cream
• 2 Large Handfuls Fresh Spinach
• ¾ Cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated

Steps

1. To make this recipe, start by preparing the chicken. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and slice them into cubes. Set them aside while you prepare the skillet.
2. Heat a skillet, on the stove, over medium heat, and add in the oil.
3. Once the oil is hot, add in the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the edges start to cook.
4. Then, add in the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, italian seasoning, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper, and cook for 3-4 more minutes.
5. Then, add in the orzo and broth and stir well.
6. Reduce the heat to medium, then cover the pan and allow it to cook for 12 minutes. Remove the cover every few minutes and stir, to ensure that the orzo doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
7. Once the orzo is cooked through, add in the coconut milk or heavy cream and spinach and stir until the spinach is wilted.
8. Finally, add in the freshly-grated parmesan cheese and stir one last time.
9. Once it’s done, remove it from the heat, serve it immediately, and enjoy!