Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo
Experience the comforting flavors of Italy with this Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo—a rich, one-pan dish packed with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and tender chicken in a velvety Parmesan sauce. It’s pure comfort in every bite!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless and skinless, cut into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped (not in oil)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker and season with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Add minced garlic, diced onion, and sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken.
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for 1-1.5 hours.
- Check the chicken for doneness. Once nearly cooked, add heavy cream and orzo. Cook on low for an additional 20-30 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the sauce.
- Adjust seasonings to taste and serve hot.
Notes
Notes:
For added flavor, consider topping with fresh basil or a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
For added flavor, consider topping with fresh basil or a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese before serving.