Description
Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a deliciously romantic dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy garlic sauce, paired with orzo pasta and fresh spinach. This heartwarming recipe not only impresses with its vibrant flavors but also delivers restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your home. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, it promises to leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for one minute.
- Sear chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer to the baking dish.
- In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, soy sauce, and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits. Let it bubble gently.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle in orzo pasta. Mix well to coat evenly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg