Creamy Italian Chicken & Orzo Skillet

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Creamy and flavorful Italian chicken and orzo skillet

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , cut into bite-size pieces
	1 small zucchini , chopped
	1 container Philadelphia Italian Cheese and Herb Cooking Creme
	1/2 cup chopped tomato
	2 cups hot cooked orzo pasta

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

Fat

23g

Creamy Italian Chicken & Orzo Skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a one-pan dish that is loaded with flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and healthy option for lunch or dinner. The tender chicken, with juicy zucchini, and chewy orzo, all cooked in a creamy sauce with Italian herbs and seasoning, will make your taste buds dance. Whether you are looking for a simple and delicious weeknight meal or a quick and easy lunch idea, this recipe is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned on all sides.
2.	Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3.	Stir in the Italian cheese and herb cooking creme and chopped tomatoes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add hot cooked orzo to the skillet and stir until well combined. Serve hot.

PROS

This one-pan meal is easy to make and takes only 20 minutes.

The Italian cheese and herb cooking creme adds a creamy texture and rich flavor to the dish.

Both chicken and orzo are good sources of protein which provides energy to the body.

CONS

This recipe is high in saturated fat and sodium due to the use of the cooking creme.

You can reduce the amount of cooking creme to make it healthier, but it may affect the overall creaminess of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein which is essential for tissue repair and growth.
Orzo is a type of pasta made from semolina flour and is a good source of carbohydrates which provide energy to the body.
Zucchini is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants which help fight inflammation and protect against cell damage.