Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, fresh
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add orzo and chicken broth, ensuring orzo is submerged.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach.
- Pour in heavy cream and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked and orzo is tender.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian seasoning for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg