Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting and hearty one-pot dinner that features tender, seasoned chicken, sautéed vegetables, and tender orzo pasta all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This American-inspired dish offers a delicious twist on traditional chicken pot pie by incorporating orzo pasta, making it perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, cooked & diced
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 Celery Stalks, finely diced
- 2 Carrots, finely diced
- ½ Yellow Onion, finely diced
Pasta
- 8 ounces Orzo Pasta
Liquids & Fats
- 5 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Other
- 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder
- ⅓ cup All Purpose Flour
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Prepare the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Season and Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing them for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Make the Roux: Lower the heat to low and sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the softened vegetables. Stir continuously, whisking the mixture until it forms a smooth paste or roux. Continue to cook for 2 to 3 minutes while stirring constantly to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add Liquids and Thicken: Gradually pour in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream while whisking to avoid lumps. Add the chicken bouillon powder and stir until the sauce starts to thicken into a creamy consistency.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the diced chicken into the creamy sauce mixture and let it simmer gently until it reaches your desired thickness.
- Mix in the Orzo and Serve: Stir in the cooked and drained orzo pasta until fully combined and heated through. Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, comforting dish.
Notes
- You can substitute rotisserie chicken for convenience, but omit the extra seasonings on the chicken in that case.
- Frozen vegetables may be used to save preparation time; be sure to cook them down until they are soft before proceeding.
