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Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo: A Comforting Twist on Tradition

Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo

A warm and satisfying dish combining tender chicken with orzo pasta in a creamy, savory sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until soft.
  3. Add garlic and cooked chicken; stir for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in orzo and cook until al dente.
  6. Reduce heat, add heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
  7. Incorporate frozen peas and heat through.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can use leftover chicken to save time.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice.

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Keywords: Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo, Chicken, Comfort Food, Orzo Recipe