One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo: A Savory Family Favorite
A delightful and easy one pot meal featuring tender chicken and earthy mushrooms combined with orzo for a comforting dish the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the onions, garlic, and mushrooms, cooking until softened.
- Add the orzo, broth, and thyme, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine with the broth.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg