Description
Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting and hearty casserole dish that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flavorful vegetables with tender orzo pasta. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this twist on classic comfort food offers a rich, satisfying flavor guaranteed to warm you up on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk for creaminess
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: shredded cheese or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the chicken pieces in 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until golden and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme, then set aside.
- In the same pan, add diced onion and minced garlic; cook until softened and fragrant. Incorporate frozen vegetables and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and toast briefly, then pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Mix in heavy cream or milk to create a luscious, creamy texture. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, stir well, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the mixture into serving bowls or a baking dish, garnish with shredded cheese or parsley, and serve hot. For baked version, top with biscuits or pie crust and bake until golden brown.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken for quicker preparation.
- Experiment with different vegetables like spinach or zucchini for variety.
- For dairy-free, substitute coconut milk or almond milk.
- Add grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Optional Baking
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 28 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 mg