Easy One-Pan Chicken Orzo Bake – The Perfect Family Dinner!

By Natasha's Kitchen · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick spray or butter.
2. If not using pre-cooked chicken, cut the breasts in half lengthwise and season both sides with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through to 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
4. Rest the chicken on a cutting board for 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
5. In the prepared dish, combine the chicken stock, heavy cream, orzo, chicken, spinach, tomatoes, half the mozzarella, half the parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper and oregano.
6. Stir everything together, then smooth the top into an even layer.
7. Scatter the remaining mozzarella and parmesan over the top.
8. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 40-45 minutes, until the orzo is tender.
9. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes so it thickens, then stir gently before serving.

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