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One Pot Chicken, Mushroom, and Orzo – Creamy, Comforting & Ready in 30 Minutes

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This one pot chicken, mushroom, and orzo recipe combines tender chicken, golden mushrooms, and creamy orzo pasta in a rich, herb-scented broth — all made in one pan in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 cup orzo pasta

  • 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried Italian seasoning

  • Optional: 2 cups baby spinach or chopped kale

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

  • Season and sear chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  • In same pan, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, then mushrooms. Cook until browned.

  • Stir in orzo and toast 1–2 minutes.

  • Pour in broth, return chicken to pan, and simmer 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.

  • Remove from heat. Stir in butter, Parmesan, spinach (if using), and lemon juice.

  • Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add cream for richness

  • Use leftover chicken for faster prep

  • Substitute orzo with rice or gluten-free pasta

Find it online: https://dailywholekitchen.com/one-pot-chicken-mushroom-and-orzo-creamy-comforting-ready-in-30-minutes/