Description
A delicious and creamy one-pan dish featuring chicken, orzo, and ricotta cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add orzo and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in ricotta cheese and spinach until well combined.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like basil or thyme.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for easy meals.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg