Boursin Orzo with Chicken
This Boursin Orzo with Chicken is a creamy, comforting one-pot dinner that's ready in about 30 minutes! Tender chicken, cherry tomatoes, and orzo cook together on the stovetop in chicken broth before garlic herb Boursin cheese melts into a rich, creamy sauce. Add fresh spinach and parmesan, if desired, for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups orzo
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 5.3 ounces Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Spreadable Cheese
- 1-2 cups fresh spinach torn into pieces (optional)
- freshly grated parmesan cheese optional topping for serving
Instructions
- Blister Tomatoes: Bring a large, deep skillet or braiser to a medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 1 pint cherry tomatoes and move them around the pan until they start to crack or blister (approx. 2-3 minutes).
- Sear Chicken: Add 1 tablespoon garlic, move around the pan and then add the cut-up pieces of chicken. Season with ¼ teaspoon kosher salt and ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper. Sear on all sides for approx. 2 minutes.
- Cook Orzo: Add 4 cups chicken broth, 2 cups orzo, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt to the pan. Stir to combine and simmer, uncovered, for 12–14 minutes, stirring frequently and scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking. Add additional splashes of broth as needed. The orzo should be tender, and the chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Add Cheese: Use fork to smash the cherry tomatoes and place the 5.3 ounces Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Spreadable Cheese in the middle of the orzo mixture, breaking it apart and stirring to combine. Let the cheese melt into the orzo for about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the fresh spinach, if using.
- Serve: Top with freshly grated parmesan cheeseand serve warm. Add another splash of broth if needed to maintain a creamy consistency (especially if it sits for a bit before serving).
Notes
- Dairy-Free: simply use the dairy-free Boursin cheese alternative.
- Gluten-Free: We tested this recipe with DeLallo gluten-free orzo and it worked well!
- Chicken Broth: Keep extra broth handy! Orzo continues to absorb liquid as it cooks and sits, so add an extra splash or two as needed to maintain that creamy consistency.
- Spinach: Completely optional. I love adding it, but my kids prefer this recipe without it. You can also serve a green vegetable on the side (I usually just make some steamed broccoli).
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Add a splash of broth when reheating to help restore the creamy texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 1131mg | Potassium: 629mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg
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