One-Pot Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Orzo (Chicken or Chicken Sausage)
Serves 5
10 mins prep
25 mins cook
8 mins total
This one-pot creamy sun-dried tomato and spinach orzo is made with chicken or chicken sausage and comes together in under 30 minutes. Cozy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
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lbchicken breastcut into small cubes or 12–14 oz chicken sausage sliced
tbspoilolive oil or oil from sun-dried tomatoes
clovegarlicminced
cupsun-dried tomatoeschopped (oil-packed preferred)
tspsalt
tspblack pepper
cupheavy creamor half-and-half
Optional finishes: red pepper flakesfresh basil, extra parmesan
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Heat oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add chicken (or chicken sausage) and cook until lightly golden and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in orzo, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Simmer uncovered for 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
Stir in heavy cream, spinach, parmesan, and cooked chicken.
Cook 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is creamy and combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Finish with red pepper flakes or fresh basil if desired.