Boursin Orzo Bake
A creamy one-pan dish featuring orzo pasta, juicy chicken, and vibrant veggies that can be effortlessly made for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, roughly chopped
- 8 ounces Boursin cheese (any flavor)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add the broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, and spinach to the pan. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until just tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and dollop in the Boursin cheese, combining until mostly melted.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For best results, reheat in the oven or microwave. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 909mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg