This one-pan wonder deserves a spot in every dinner rotation. One-Pan Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake brings creamy orzo, tender chicken, and bold Tuscan flavors together in a quick, satisfying meal. It’s the kind of dish that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
One-Pan Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake: Easy, Creamy Comfort in 30 Minutes
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup Orzo pasta chopped
- 2 cup Baby spinach packed
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Start with chicken. Place each breast on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound thick sections until even. This ensures perfect cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Combine salt, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper. Coat both sides of chicken with this blend. Sear chicken until golden brown on each side. Remove from the skillet, keeping it warm.
- Next, add cherry tomatoes to the same skillet. Let them blister and soften, releasing their natural sweetness. Toss minced garlic into the skillet and stir briefly, letting its aroma bloom.
- Pour chicken broth and cream into the pan, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes with a pinch of salt and pepper. Let this mixture come to a gentle boil.
- Add orzo to the bubbling liquid. Stir well, then nestle seared chicken breasts back into the skillet. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until orzo becomes tender.
- Once the orzo cooks through, stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan. Let the dish rest off the heat for 10 minutes. The sauce will thicken beautifully during this time.
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Nutrition
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Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken breasts | 2 large |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Italian seasoning | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Cherry tomatoes | 1 cup |
| Garlic (minced) | 2 cloves |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
| Sun-dried tomatoes | 1/4 cup (chopped) |
| Orzo pasta | 1 cup |
| Baby spinach | 2 cups (packed) |
| Parmesan cheese (grated) | 1/2 cup |
Cooking Time
- Preparation: 10 minutes
- Cooking: 25 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Recipe
Start with chicken. Place each breast on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound thick sections until even. This ensures perfect cooking.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Combine salt, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper. Coat both sides of chicken with this blend. Sear chicken until golden brown on each side. Remove from the skillet, keeping it warm.
Next, add cherry tomatoes to the same skillet. Let them blister and soften, releasing their natural sweetness. Toss minced garlic into the skillet and stir briefly, letting its aroma bloom.
Pour chicken broth and cream into the pan, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes with a pinch of salt and pepper. Let this mixture come to a gentle boil.
Add orzo to the bubbling liquid. Stir well, then nestle seared chicken breasts back into the skillet. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until orzo becomes tender.
Once the orzo cooks through, stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan. Let the dish rest off the heat for 10 minutes. The sauce will thicken beautifully during this time.
Tips
- Season generously. A well-seasoned chicken makes this dish shine.
- Don’t rush resting time. The thickened sauce adds richness to every bite.
- Use fresh Parmesan. Avoid pre-grated options for a deeper, nuttier flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This One-Pan Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake is pure comfort without the fuss. Creamy orzo, savory chicken, and vibrant Tuscan flavors combine for a dish you’ll crave often. With one skillet and simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings.
Try it today—you’ll love how easy, flavorful, and satisfying it is!
Thank you, it was very tasty!
Just made these and they turned out very well. Thanks!
My family loved this!