Description
A comforting modern twist on traditional chicken pot pie, featuring tender orzo pasta, shredded chicken, and vibrant mixed vegetables in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, and thyme, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for approximately ten minutes or until the orzo is tender.
- Add the heavy cream, shredded chicken, and frozen mixed vegetables, stirring until heated throughout.
- Season the dish generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, and consider topping with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an added touch of richness.
Notes
Customize the frozen vegetables based on personal preferences or seasonal availability. This dish freezes beautifully; prepare extra portions for busier days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: chicken, pot pie, orzo, comfort food, creamy
