Description
A comforting chicken pot pie featuring creamy sauce, tender orzo, and shredded chicken topped with a flaky crust.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pre-made pie crust (optional for topping)
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent (4-6 minutes).
- Stir in shredded chicken and mixed vegetables; cook for 5 minutes until warmed.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until orzo is tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, place pie crust on top before serving and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for best results. Customize with different vegetables or proteins as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken pot pie, orzo, comforting recipes, easy dinner, creamy chicken dish