Description
Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, creamy orzo, and vibrant vegetables for a cozy dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week. This easy-to-make dish features a rich and savory sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. With its minimal prep time and simple cleanup, it’s an ideal choice for busy families seeking a nutritious and satisfying meal. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins, making it versatile enough to cater to everyone’s tastes. Enjoy this comforting casserole straight from the oven for a warm, hearty experience that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz dry orzo
- 2 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 3 cups unsalted chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups baby spinach leaves (roughly chopped)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large saucepan, bring water to boil and cook the dry orzo according to package instructions until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, chicken stock, heavy cream, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, spinach leaves, cherry tomatoes (whole or halved), lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Gently mix in the cooked orzo until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg