Description
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo recipe is a comforting twist on traditional pot pie, featuring tender chicken, garden vegetables, and creamy sauce all combined with tender orzo pasta for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Pasta
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
Vegetables
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- ½ yellow onion, finely diced
Sauce
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Prepare the orzo pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to use later.
- Season & Cook the Chicken: Sprinkle the chicken breasts evenly with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken thoroughly in a skillet over medium heat until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let it rest briefly, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, melt the butter together with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened but not browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the cooked vegetables and whisk constantly to form a paste. Continue cooking and whisking for 2-3 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste while thickening the mixture.
- Make It Creamy: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken to a creamy consistency.
- Combine Everything: Stir in the diced cooked chicken, chicken bouillon powder, and the cooked orzo pasta. Reduce heat and let everything simmer together for a few minutes until the dish reaches your desired thickness.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken pot pie orzo into bowls immediately and enjoy this comforting, flavorful meal while warm.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add fresh thyme or parsley when sautéing the vegetables.
- If you want a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
- Using homemade chicken broth can enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo, Chicken Orzo Recipe, Comfort Food, One Pot Meal, Creamy Pasta, Chicken Dinner
