Orzo With Chicken And Asiago Recipe

This light and flavorful Orzo with Chicken and Asiago recipe is a quick weeknight dinner winner! Inspired by Cooking Light, this dish combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked orzo pasta, sweet peas, and the sharp tang of Asiago cheese for a delightful culinary experience. Get ready for a creamy, comforting meal that's both delicious and surprisingly easy to make.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 369.2 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orzo With Chicken And Asiago

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How to Make Orzo With Chicken And Asiago

  1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, combine 4 cups of water and 2 cups of chicken broth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
  3. Add the 1.5 lbs of chicken breast pieces and 1 cup of orzo pasta to the boiling broth.
  4. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  5. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the orzo is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat.
  7. Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas, 1/4 cup of grated Asiago cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs (or 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped herbs), and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  8. Serve immediately, topping each serving with an additional tablespoon of grated Asiago cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

12g

Carbs

14g