Description
A comforting one-pot chicken and orzo stew that is creamy, hearty, and full of tender chicken, vegetables, and cozy flavors, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces evenly with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
- Add the diced onion, chopped carrots, and chopped celery to the pot. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and dried oregano and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add the dry orzo pasta, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Lower the heat and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the stew becomes creamy.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Stir the orzo occasionally while cooking to prevent sticking.
- If the stew thickens too much, add a small amount of warm broth to adjust consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning just before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
Keywords: one pot chicken and orzo stew, creamy chicken orzo, easy chicken stew, comfort food dinner, one pot meals