🍴 Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Orzo 🧀

Savor the richness of creamy Parmesan fused with tender chicken in every bite! Perfect for busy evenings and sure to please the whole family.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Start by seasoning the diced chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the chicken, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, melt the butter, then add the onion, cooking until it's softened, about 3 minutes. Follow with the garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the orzo pasta to the skillet, stirring it around to coat in the butter and garlic. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, mixing well until everything is creamy and combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
5. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 5 g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For an even creamier texture, you can add a splash more of heavy cream or a spoonful of cream cheese during the last few minutes of cooking.
- If you're looking to add more veggies, spinach or peas make great additions. Add them when you add the cream to ensure they're cooked just right.

⏳ Preparation time 🍴
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Serving: 4

This dish is a wonderful blend of comfort and sophistication, making it a perfect choice for a fulfilling family dinner or a cozy meal for two. Enjoy the creamy goodness and the compliments that come with it!