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Pesto Orzo

Pesto Orzo

Pesto Orzo is a simple yet comforting dish that brings vibrant flavors and creamy goodness to your dinner table, ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Pesto
  • 2 cloves Grated or minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the Broth and Chicken
  • 2 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup Cooked shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh basil

Equipment

  • Deep pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat a deep pan over medium-high heat and add the uncooked orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Toast for about a minute.
  2. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  3. Let the orzo simmer for about 12 minutes, stirring often. Add more broth if the orzo appears dry.
  4. Add the heavy cream, cooked shredded chicken, and Parmesan cheese to the pan. Stir gently until heated through and well combined.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Garnish with additional Parmesan and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra touch of richness, serve with a drizzle of olive oil.

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