Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta in a rich, creamy sauce—perfect for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked & diced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- ½ yellow onion, finely diced
- 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
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add diced chicken, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in flour and remaining butter to create a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until sauce thickens.
- Add orzo pasta and chicken bouillon powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender, about 10–12 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken for faster prep.
- Vegetables can be adjusted according to preference.
- For extra creaminess, add a little more heavy cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American