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Creamy Lemon Chicken and Spinach Orzo Skillet

A creamy and flavorful skillet dish featuring tender chicken, fresh spinach, and orzo pasta with a bright lemon twist.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper; cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and orzo; sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer; cook until orzo is almost tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice; return chicken to the skillet.
  6. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 30g