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Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, cheesy baked dish combining tender orzo, chicken, spinach, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 16 oz dry orzo
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (rotisserie or sautéed diced)
  • 3 cups chicken stock (unsalted)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2/3 cup parmesan, grated or shredded
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella, shredded
  • 3 cups baby spinach leaves (roughly chopped or thawed and drained)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (leave whole or slice in half)
  • 1/2 lemon juice of lemon
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional, if not using fresh garlic)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13 inch casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  • Combine orzo, chicken, stock, cream, seasonings, garlic, spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice, and half of each cheese in the dish. Mix evenly and flatten.
  • Top with remaining cheese and bake for 40 minutes until orzo is tender.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes, then stir and serve hot.

Notes

This dish pairs well with a fresh chopped salad for a complete meal.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: bake, Chicken, orzo