Description
Discover how to make a flavorful Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta dish with this easy recipe. Perfect for a delicious and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s butter
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) Italian seasoning
- 1 cup (240 ml) uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cup (480 ml) s chicken broth
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) s lemon juice
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy/whipping cream
- 2 cup (480 ml) s cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cup (480 ml) s (packed) fresh baby spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pour the olive oil and melt the butter in a saucepan set over a medium-high flame. Cook the chopped onion for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Incorporate the minced garlic, Italian herbs, and orzo into the pot. Stir frequently for 2-3 minutes to allow the orzo to absorb the flavors and become slightly toasted.
- Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and heavy cream to the mixture. Once it reaches a simmer, allow it to cook for 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring every so often. You may need to lower the heat to medium or medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer and prevent the liquid from evaporating too quickly before the pasta is done.
- Mix in the shredded chicken.
- Remove the saucepan from the burner, then blend in the grated parmesan and baby spinach. Cover the pan and let it sit for 3-5 minutes until the dish thickens to your desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste, then serve right away.
Notes
- Consider using homemade chicken broth for a more flavorful dish.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk for a lighter option.
- Enhance the dish by adding cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra color and nutrients.
