One Pan Chicken & Pesto Orzo
If you’re in search of a cozy and satisfying weeknight meal, look no further than this One Pan Chicken & Pesto Orzo recipe. Combining tender chicken, creamy orzo pasta, and vibrant pesto, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare in just one skillet. Perfect for busy families or anyone wanting to minimize cleanup, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite. Enjoy rich flavors and delightful textures that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup basil pesto
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: cut chicken and vegetables, mince garlic, and measure out liquids.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté red onion until softened (about 3 minutes), then add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, stir in orzo and cherry tomatoes, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15–20 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in pesto and lemon juice; mix well.
- Fold in grated Parmesan cheese before serving hot with fresh basil on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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