Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Orzo Recipe

Name: Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Pepper; 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1/4 cups Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese, Plus 2 Tablespoons For The Orzo And Additional For Topping; 1 teaspoon Dried Basil; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Parsley; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 6 Tablespoons Dry White Wine, Divided; 1 cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Orzo; 3/4 cups Vegetables Of Your Choice

Servings: persons

4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Pepper
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1/4 cups Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese, Plus 2 Tablespoons For The Orzo And Additional For Topping
1 teaspoon Dried Basil
1/2 teaspoons Dried Parsley
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
6 Tablespoons Dry White Wine, Divided
1 cup Uncooked Whole Wheat Orzo
3/4 cups Vegetables Of Your Choice

1
The night before, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2
Whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup cheese, basil, parsley, garlic and 3 tablespoons of wine in a bowl.
3
Place chicken in a large ziplock bag, then pour marinade over top and coat chicken.
4
Keep in the fridge overnight.
5
The next morning, place chicken in your crockpot with the remaining 3 tablespoons of wine.
6
Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
7
Prepare whole wheat orzo according to package directions.
8
Once cooked, combine with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons parmesan and salt and pepper if desired.
9
Cut chicken into pieces/chunks, and toss together with orzo.
10
Add in vegetables of your choice!
11
Top with additional parm and season with more salt and pepper if desired.
12
This is a great meal to make ahead of time and store in the fridge for easy lunches and dinners.
13
It will serve about 4-6.

330

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, 1/2 teaspoons Salt, 1/2 teaspoons Pepper, 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, and more.

Yes, Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Orzo 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!

Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Orzo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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