Lemon Cream Sauce Smothered Chicken and Orzo
Lemon Cream Sauce Smothered Chicken and Orzo is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken and creamy, zesty lemon sauce for a truly comforting meal. This easy-to-make skillet dinner features the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it ideal for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. With the nutritious addition of leafy greens and the satisfying bite of orzo, every bite is packed with flavor and goodness. In under an hour, you can serve a warm, inviting meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds thin-cut chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups broth
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- 1/2–1 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- 1 cup orzo
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Grated parmesan cheese for garnish
- Salt and black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- Chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge in a mixture of flour, paprika, and thyme.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Sear chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Add garlic, remaining thyme, chili flakes, broth, and vinegar; simmer for 5 minutes after mixing in greens.
- Stir in milk and orzo; cook until orzo is tender.
- Add lemon juice and garnish with parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until cheese melts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg