Roman Spinach Chicken With Orzo Recipe

Name: Roman Spinach Chicken With Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; ½ cup Italian salad dressing; 10 ounces frozen spinach; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove, chopped; ½ cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons golden raisins; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 6 ounces mozzarella cheese; 1 cup orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions; 6 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
½ cup Italian salad dressing
10 ounces frozen spinach
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
½ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons pine nuts
6 ounces mozzarella cheese
1 cup orzo pasta, cooked according to package directions
6 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Marinate chicken in Italian dressing for at least 15 minutes.
3
Cook spinach according to package directions, drain well.
4
Remove chicken from marinade and drain.
5
Saute garlic in oil over medium high heat.
6
Add chicken and saute about 5 minutes or until browned on each side.
7
Pour chicken broth into 8x8 baking dish and add chicken with garlic.
8
Spread spinach around chicken, sprinkle with raisins and pine nuts.
9
Top each chicken breast half with 1 oz mozzarella cheese.
10
Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes at 350F or until chicken juices run clear.
11
Serve chicken on top of orzo and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

873

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Protein

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* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, ½ cup Italian salad dressing, 10 ounces frozen spinach, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Roman Spinach 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!

Roman Spinach Chicken With Orzo

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Variations & substitutions

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