Chicken Pot Pie Orzo
This comforting Chicken Pot Pie Orzo blends tender chicken, creamy vegetables, and flavorful sauce with tender orzo pasta for an easy twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add diced carrots and cook until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in butter until melted, then sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir to cook the flour for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring mixture to a simmer.
- Add orzo pasta and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cooked chicken, peas, and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and remove from heat.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a crispy topping, transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and cheese, then broil for 3-5 minutes before serving.
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