Description
A savory chicken and orzo dish with ranch flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in ranch seasoning and cook for 1 minute.
- Add orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until orzo is tender.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Ranch Orzo