One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful and easy recipe for One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo, perfect for comfort food lovers.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, thyme, and paprika; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately but can be refrigerated for later.
- Feel free to add vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: One Pot Chicken and Mushroom Orzo, easy recipe, comfort food