Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta Recipe

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Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta Recipe

This creamy lemon chicken orzo pasta comes together in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients and only one pot. Bursting with bright lemon flavor and savory richness, it's the ultimate easy dinner that feels both fresh and comforting.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Resting: 2

Total Time: 32

Servings:

Calories: 620kcal

Cost: $12–$15

Equipment

Large skillet or Dutch oven
Wooden Spoon for stirring without scratching pan
Microplane Grater for zesting lemons

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

For the Orzo Pasta

1.5 cups orzo pasta
3 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
3 cloves garlic minced
2 lemons zest of both
0.25 cup lemon juice fresh squeezed
0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons parsley fresh, chopped
1 cup baby spinach optional
0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved, optional

Instructions

Season chicken.
Sauté in skillet.
Sauté garlic.
Add broth and bring to a boil.
Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
Add cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Add chicken back, stir in cheese and butter.
Add spinach and parsley. Stir to combine.
Remove from heat and let rest 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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