Creamy Chicken Orzo Skillet – Easy Dinner Recipes
Creamy chicken orzo skillet is the perfect comfort dish for weeknights—easy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1½ cups dry orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 5.2 oz Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Optional: chopped parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in the dry orzo and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once orzo is tender, stir in heavy cream and Boursin cheese until melted and creamy.
- Fold in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.