Prep
10 min
Cook
24 min
Total
34 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Italian-American
Calories
610
The Story
Why this recipe belongs in your week
Marry Me chicken orzo has the kind of saveable dinner promise that works hard on Pinterest: golden chicken, creamy tomato-parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, basil, and tender orzo in one polished skillet.
Cubby helps turn that romantic-looking save into a real weeknight plan. Save the skillet, check whether orzo, garlic, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes are already in the kitchen, then let the grocery list focus on the chicken, cream, herbs, and greens that make it feel special.
Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Cook the recipe
Step 1
Sear the chicken
Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then rest and slice.
Step 2
Toast the orzo
Add garlic, orzo, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Toast briefly until the orzo smells nutty and the garlic is fragrant.
Step 3
Make it creamy
Pour in chicken broth and cream, then simmer until the orzo starts to soften.
Step 4
Simmer and gloss
Stir in parmesan and spinach until the sauce turns glossy and the greens wilt.
Step 5
Finish and serve
Return sliced chicken to the skillet and finish with basil, extra parmesan, and black pepper.
Save it before it disappears
Cook this from Cubby tonight.
Send the recipe to Cubby, add it to your meal plan, check what you already have, and turn the rest into a grocery list.
Chef's Tips
Check the pantry before shopping so Cubby only adds the ingredients you actually need.
Save your preferred heat level, pasta shape, or sauce thickness as a note after cooking.
Plan leftovers before serving so an extra portion turns into lunch instead of disappearing in the fridge.
FAQ
Can I make this ahead?
Yes. Cook it fully, cool it quickly, and refrigerate portions for up to four days.
Can I save this recipe to Cubby?
Yes. Use Cubby Cookbook to save the recipe, plan when to cook it, and build the grocery list.
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Start lighter with the spicy ingredient, then add more near the end after tasting.
Nutrition
calories
610
protein
42g
carbohydrates
49g
fat
28g
fiber
4g
sugar
5g
sodium
760mg
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