Lemon Cream Sauce Smothered Chicken and Orzo
Lemon Cream Sauce Smothered Chicken and Orzo is a delightful dish that brings comfort and flair to your dinner table. This easy one-pan meal features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy lemon sauce, served over perfectly cooked orzo pasta. The addition of fresh greens adds vibrant color and nutrition to each bite, making it a fantastic choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 40 minutes, you can prepare this flavorful dish that everyone will rave about. Impress your family or guests with this harmonious blend of zesty lemon and savory chicken, complemented by creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds thin-cut chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups broth
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 1 cup orzo
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; dredge in flour mixed with paprika and thyme.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown (3-5 minutes per side).
- Stir in garlic, remaining thyme, chili flakes, salt, and pepper; add broth and apple vinegar, then stir in greens.
- Mix in milk and orzo; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and sprinkle parmesan on top before placing the skillet in the oven for about 10 minutes until cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg