Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings comfort to your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then brown them in the skillet.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth, then bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and green onions.
- Top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 48 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken, One Pan Orzo, Comfort Food