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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo: Your New Cozy Dinner Favorite

A comforting and flavorful take on a classic dish, Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a one-pot meal that combines chicken, orzo pasta, and rich creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Orzo Pasta Substitute with small pasta shapes like ditalini or couscous if desired.
  • 2 cups Chicken Use cooked chicken like rotisserie for quicker prep.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Can be swapped with shallots.
  • 2 medium Carrots Substitute with firm vegetables like bell peppers if needed.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can replace with fennel for unique flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for a healthier alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free option, try cornstarch.
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Light cream works for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Bouillon Powder Low-sodium options are available.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until softened and golden.
  3. Lower heat and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the vegetables, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of cream, stirring until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon powder and cook for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of cooked chicken and let simmer on low for 5 minutes to warm through.
  6. Fold in the cooked orzo until fully combined and cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley or black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use cooked chicken for quicker prep and ensure the sauce remains creamy.

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