Description
Looking for the best orzo dinner recipe? This quick, healthy, and easy one-pan meal is packed with veggies, chicken, and flavor! It’s a simple dinner idea perfect for weeknights or meal prep. Creamy, colorful, and totally satisfying — your new go-to!
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrot, celery, and bell pepper; sauté 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and tomato paste; cook 1 minute.
- Add orzo and stir to coat and lightly toast.
- Pour in chicken broth and add cooked chicken, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once orzo is tender and liquid absorbed, turn off heat.
- Fluff gently, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add more broth if orzo cooks too quickly.
- Top with grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or chickpeas.
- Refrigerates well for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean