Description
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting and hearty dish combining tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and creamy sauce served with orzo pasta. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal that delivers the classic taste of chicken pot pie in a quicker, one-pot version.
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 the package instructions. Once cooked, drain thoroughly and set it aside.
- Season & Cook the Chicken: Sprinkle the chicken breasts evenly with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken fully on a stovetop or grill until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Dice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter along with olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until they start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the softened vegetables. Whisk constantly to form a paste and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Make It Creamy: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and thickened.
- Combine Everything: Add the diced chicken, chicken bouillon powder, and cooked orzo to the creamy vegetable mixture. Simmer gently until everything is heated through and the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken pot pie orzo into bowls and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- You can substitute heavy whipping cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- For added flavor, feel free to include herbs such as thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, adjust by adding extra chicken broth to reach your preferred consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pot Pie, Orzo Pasta, Chicken Pot Pie Skillet, Comfort Food, One-Pot Meal
