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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo Recipe

A comforting and creamy dish combining tender chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta in a rich sauce, topped with a flaky crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
Sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp thyme dried
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Pasta
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
Topping
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken, carrots, and celery. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Make the Sauce
  1. Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
Cook the Orzo
  1. In a separate pot, cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and add to the chicken mixture.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Transfer the chicken and orzo mixture to a baking dish. Cover with the puff pastry, trimming any excess.
  3. Cut slits in the pastry for steam to escape. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

Serve warm and enjoy this comforting dish with a side salad for a complete meal.

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