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One Pot Chicken Pot Pie Orzo Recipe

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This One Pot Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a comforting and creamy dish that combines tender shredded rotisserie chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta cooked together in a flavorful chicken broth and finished with heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Prepared entirely in one pot, it’s an easy, hearty meal perfect for weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 1 rib celery, finely diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas and diced carrots blend (or ½ cup each, thawed)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Dairy and Butter

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup (100 g) parmesan cheese, grated

Protein

  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded

Pantry

  • 1 ½ cups (168 g) orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 3 cups (24 ounces / 720 g) chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

  • Chopped parsley
  • Parmesan, grated, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Melt butter. Cook onion and celery. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add peas, carrots, and garlic. Stir in the thawed peas and carrots and cook for 2 to 3 minutes to warm them through. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute to release its aroma.
  3. Add butter and orzo. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the uncooked orzo pasta. Stir frequently to coat the orzo in butter and lightly toast it until it starts to turn golden, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Once simmering, cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the orzo is mostly tender and most liquid has been absorbed.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken and cream, then cook. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and heavy cream to the pot. Cover and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes until heated through and the orzo is fully cooked.
  6. Finish with parmesan and seasonings. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes if using. If the mixture is too loose, let it sit uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens; if too thick, loosen by adding a splash of warm broth or cream.
  7. Serve garnished. Serve the chicken pot pie orzo warm, garnished with chopped parsley and extra grated parmesan cheese for added flavor and appeal.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
  • Feel free to swap frozen peas and carrots for fresh vegetables if preferred.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference or omit for no heat.
  • If the orzo becomes too thick as it cools, add a splash of warm broth or cream to loosen it before serving.
  • This dish can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a bit of extra broth or cream to maintain creaminess.

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