Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Creamy Parmesan Orzo with Chicken and Asparagus Recipe, a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This one-pot wonder combines tender orzo pasta, juicy chicken, and crisp asparagus, all enveloped in a luscious Parmesan cheese sauce with a refreshing hint of lemon. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal solution for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. Not only is it family-friendly, but it’s also easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy leftovers for lunch as the flavors deepen overnight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook orzo in boiling chicken broth until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned; remove and set aside.
- Sauté asparagus in the same skillet until tender.
- Return chicken to skillet; stir in cream and Parmesan until melted.
- Mix in cooked orzo and lemon juice; season to taste.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg