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One-Pan Chicken and Spinach Orzo

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A comforting and easy one-pan meal combining tender shredded chicken, vibrant spinach, and creamy tomato-orzo, all cooked in under 20 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Pan
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ white onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 3 cups chopped spinach leaves
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened, then add the garlic for the last minute.
  2. Stir in the chicken broth, orzo, undrained diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 12–15 minutes or until the orzo absorbs most of the liquid.
  4. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and chopped spinach in the skillet. Let the spinach wilt and the chicken heat through.
  5. Remove from heat, sprinkle with the grated Parmesan, stir gently, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for best texture, but frozen spinach can be used if well-drained.
  • To make it vegetarian, skip the chicken and use vegetable broth.
  • Add extra vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for variety.
  • Reheat with a splash of broth to prevent drying out.
  • Can be scaled easily for larger portions.

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