Chicken and Orzo Bake
Description
This chicken and orzo bake is a tasty one-pot dinner, suitable for weeknights. The spinach and sun-dried tomatoes add a nice pop of color and loads of flavor to the cheesy orzo.
Ingredient
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Direction
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken breast and sauté for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
3. In the meantime, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
4. Once the chicken is cooked, add in the cooked orzo, chicken broth, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil. Pour the chicken and orzo mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the chicken and orzo mixture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
8. Enjoy your delicious and easy chicken and orzo bake! Serve with a side salad or your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
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