Keep it juicy
Cook the chicken or turkey until just done, then let it rest briefly before slicing so the juices stay in the meat.
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One-Pan Mushroom & Chicken Orzo
A high-protein, flavor-packed meal made in just one pan—easy, creamy, and loaded with nutrients\! This dish combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and orzo pasta in a savory broth, finished with Parmesan cheese.
Total time40 min
Calories525 kcal
Protein57g
Serves5
Step by step
Method
- 01
In a large pan, cook the diced chicken with seasonings until golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
- 02
Add diced onion and minced garlic to the same pan, sauté until fragrant.
- 03
Stir in chopped broccoli and sliced mushrooms, cooking until slightly softened. Pour in the bone broth.
- 04
Add orzo pasta, cover, and let it cook until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 05
Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the orzo. Serve warm.
Useful, not complicated
Gabriela's tips
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Save the cooking water
Reserve a mug of starchy cooking water before draining; a splash helps the sauce cling and keeps the finished dish silky.
Make it your own
Use the vegetables you already have and keep the same cooking method; this recipe is flexible enough for practical substitutions.
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