Creamy Orzo with Browned Chicken Recipe

Name: Creamy Orzo with Browned Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Orzo Pasta; 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes; 1 pint Golden Cherry Tomatoes; 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper; 3/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 2 whole Chicken Breasts, Cut Into A Small Dice; 1/2 cups Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half; 2 pinches Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper; Fresh Basil, Chopped, For Garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup Orzo Pasta
1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
1 pint Golden Cherry Tomatoes
4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
3/4 cups All-purpose Flour
2 whole Chicken Breasts, Cut Into A Small Dice
1/2 cups Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half
2 pinches Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper
Fresh Basil, Chopped, For Garnish (optional)

1
Cook the orzo according to package directions, until al dente.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
In a food processor, blitz the tomatoes until sauce-like.
4
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 Tablespoons of oil over medium-high.
5
Add the garlic and crushed red pepper; allow it to bloom for 30 seconds.
6
Pour in the processed tomatoes, lower heat and simmer 20 minutes.
7
Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
8
In the meantime, pour the flour into a shallow dish.
9
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
10
Toss chicken chunks into the flour, coating all sides.
11
Dust off remaining flour.
12
Heat the remaining oil in another skillet over medium heat.
13
Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, around 5 minutes.
14
Remove from pan and set aside.
15
After 20 minutes of simmering, add the cream to the tomato sauce and simmer 5 more minutes.
16
Taste and season accordingly.
17
Lastly, toss the cooked orzo and chicken into the sauce and stir to combine.
18
Plate up, garnish with fresh basil and for the love, EAT.

650

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Orzo Pasta, 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, 1 pint Golden Cherry Tomatoes, 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided, and more.

Yes, Creamy Orzo with Browned Chicken falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Orzo with Browned Chicken

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