Description
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting twist on classic chicken pot pie. Tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and orzo pasta are coated in a rich, creamy sauce—perfect for a cozy dinner any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 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
- Orzo
- 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 orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add cooked chicken and season with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add chicken bouillon powder and simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked orzo until fully coated in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a handful of grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
- Vegetables can be swapped with peas or green beans based on preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American