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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo Recipe

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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting and hearty one-pot meal featuring tender cooked chicken, sautéed vegetables, and orzo pasta all combined in a rich, creamy sauce made from a buttery roux and chicken broth. This simple American-inspired dish offers the flavors of traditional chicken pot pie in a quick and easy orzo pasta format perfect for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

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
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for cooking chicken and vegetables)

Vegetables

  • 2 Celery Stalks, finely diced
  • 2 Carrots, finely diced
  • ½ Yellow Onion, finely diced

Pasta & Sauce

  • 8 ounces Orzo Pasta
  • 5 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth
  • ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder
  • ⅓ cup All Purpose Flour

Instructions

  1. Cook the Orzo: Prepare the orzo pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season and Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  4. Make the Roux: Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the vegetables. Whisk continuously to combine the flour with the melted butter and vegetables, forming a roux. Continue whisking and cooking for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  5. Add Liquids and Thicken: Gradually pour in the chicken broth, add chicken bouillon powder, and heavy whipping cream while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  6. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the diced cooked chicken to the creamy sauce. Allow the mixture to simmer gently until it reaches your desired thickness.
  7. Mix in Orzo and Serve: Stir in the cooked and drained orzo pasta to the sauce and chicken mixture until well combined. Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo!

Notes

  • You can use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • Adjust seasoning as necessary, especially salt since chicken broth and bouillon can be salty.
  • For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, use a bit more flour when making the roux or let it simmer longer.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/creamy-chicken-pot-pie-orzo-recipe/