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Chicken Pot Pie Orzo

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

Delight in a comforting fusion of Chicken Pot Pie and Orzo, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo Base
  • 1 cup Orzo Small pasta providing creamy texture.
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Rotisserie chicken can be used.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white works best.
  • 2 medium Carrots Can substitute with peas or bell peppers.
  • 2 stalks Celery Classic mirepoix ingredient.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Essential for sautéing.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Light oil complementing butter.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Optional gluten-free flour.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can swap with half-and-half.
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder Intensifies flavor.
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Fresh herb garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Orzo by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken, and sauté for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add butter and olive oil to the skillet, sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Make the Roux: Sprinkle flour over sautéed vegetables and stir for 2-3 minutes to form a paste.
  5. Add Broth and Cream: Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Combine Chicken and Orzo: Stir in diced chicken and cooked orzo, mix until well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Serve in bowls garnished with parsley or black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfect for make-ahead meals, stores well and reheats easily. Consider using fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.

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