Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo | Comfort in Every Bite
A creamy and comforting chicken pot pie-inspired orzo dish with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich sauce—perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 3–4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 2 celery stalks, finely diced
- 2 carrots, finely diced
- ½ yellow onion, finely diced
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add cooked chicken and season with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add chicken bouillon powder and simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked orzo until fully coated in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked chicken for best texture.
- Adjust vegetables based on preference.
- Garnish with parsley or chives for color and flavor.