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One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo

One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo is a comforting dish featuring juicy chicken thighs and earthy mushrooms in a creamy orzo pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs provides tenderness and juiciness that's hard to beat
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • to taste black pepper essential for seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter helps in sautéing
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms halved
  • 2 large shallots diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish
For the Sauce and Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour thickening agent
  • 3 cups chicken stock to enrich the dish
  • 1.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard introduces complexity
  • 1 cup orzo absorbs surrounding flavors
For the Finish
  • 4 cups baby spinach wilting in the sauce
  • 0.25 cups heavy cream for creaminess
  • 0.33 cups Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs with kosher salt and black pepper. Sear them in melted butter until golden brown, then set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and shallots until tender. Add garlic and thyme, cooking until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring to create a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the orzo and return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook until the orzo is al dente.
  5. Fold in spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until creamy and adjust seasoning. Serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be made gluten-free or dairy-free. Store leftovers properly for best freshness.

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