CHICKEN AND ORZO SKILLET

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Here's a perfect one-skillet supper that's colorful, healthy, filling and definitely special! Our taste testers loved the blend of spices, the touch of heat and the sophisticated flavor. -Kellie Mulleavy, Lambertville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 teaspoons salt-free garlic seasoning blend
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with garlic seasoning blend. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the tomatoes, spinach, broth, orzo, Italian seasoning and, if desired, pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15-20 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Fatima Abdulrahman
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


BT boss
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


aashma sunar
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Mulemesa Chishete
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Akim Nurdinbekov
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


PISTU bhai
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Mahdi saleman Mahdi.saleman
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


eyu lala
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Christopher Schaeffer
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Isrealla Doklah
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Tyrone Jones
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Tanvir Riya
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Dukele Dido
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I made this dish for dinner tonight and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was al dente. The sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashraf Ali 2662
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cooked it in a skillet over medium heat. The chicken was cooked through in about 10 minutes. I then added the orzo and cooked it according to the package directions. The sauce was


Padiyar Yusuf Ali
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the orzo was al dente. The sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Harmony Mattah
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This dish was so easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of the chicken and orzo, and the sauce was flavorful without being too heavy. I will definitely be making this again.