Description
Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake is a delightful one-pan meal that brings the taste of Italy right to your dinner table. This creamy, cheesy dish features tender chicken, al dente orzo, and vibrant vegetables all baked together for a satisfying family dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe combines Italian herbs with fresh ingredients to create an unforgettable and comforting experience. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, you’ll want to keep this easy dish in your regular rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz dry orzo
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 3 cups chicken stock (unsalted)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2/3 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 3 cups baby spinach leaves (chopped)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the orzo in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken, chicken stock, and heavy cream; mix in the orzo until combined.
- Fold in parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the skillet and bake for about 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 105mg