Description

This Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo Skillet is a creamy, flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken pieces, sun-dried tomatoes, and orzo pasta cooked together to perfection. Enhanced with Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, it’s an easy and satisfying dish ideal for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables & Seasonings

1 small onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Orzo & Liquids

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
Cook the Orzo: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the orzo and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring occasionally.
Finish the Dish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well mixed and creamy. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm. Enjoy your Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Orzo Skillet!

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free alternative.
If you prefer, use gluten-free orzo or substitute with rice or quinoa.
Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil add more flavor and richness, but you can use dry-packed and rehydrate them in warm water.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste at the end if needed.
This skillet meal reheats well and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, Orzo Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Italian Chicken, Creamy Chicken Orzo, Easy Dinner