Description
A heartwarming comfort dish of succulent chicken, tender orzo, and fresh spinach, all simmered together in a savory sauce that whispers of Italy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in the bottom of your crockpot.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper.
- Secure the lid and cook on low for about 6-7 hours or until the chicken is completely cooked and falls apart easily.
- Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Stir in the orzo and heavy cream, ensuring everything is well combined, and return the shredded chicken back to the pot.
- Add the spinach and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Consider using fresh basil or parsley at the end for added flavor. This dish can be made ahead of time and is freeze-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg