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Marry Me Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that’s so irresistible, it’s rumored to inspire proposals! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. A hint of fresh herbs like thyme or basil adds an aromatic touch, making every bite a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and creamy. Serve it over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a meal that’s guaranteed to impress—whether you’re cooking for a date night or a cozy family dinner!

Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Marry Me Chicken Orzo is a flavorful dish with chicken, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and orzo in a creamy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

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  1. To a large pan add the olive oil over medium high heat. Add in the cubed chicken. Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Then ,add in the garlic, sundried tomatoes and orzo. Cook 1 minute to toast the orzo, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth. Push the orzo down into the broth. Cover the pan and simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender, stirring every couple of minutes so the orzo doesn't stick to the bottom.
  5. When the orzo is tender and most of the liquid had been absorbed, sprinkle in the parmesan cheese, spinach and pour in the heavy cream. Stir until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts.
  6. Add more salt and pepper as needed. Squeeze the lemon over the dish.
  7. Serve warm with extra parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 407kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 35gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 995mgPotassium: 742mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1525IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 253mgIron: 2mg
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