On cold evenings I lean on Crockpot Creamy Chicken Orzo more than almost anything else I cook. The onion slowly softens against the salt and pepper until the whole pot turns savory and warm. It is the kind of meal I can start before work and mostly forget about until the timer reminds me.
Using a slow cooker, this recipe is part of the popular Crockpot Recipes category, making it an easy choice for anyone looking to simplify their cooking routine.
Easy Crockpot Creamy Chicken Orzo
This creamy chicken orzo dish features chicken breasts cooked slowly in a flavorful broth, combined with orzo pasta and finished with cream for a rich texture. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour in Broth: Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Add Orzo: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the orzo and frozen peas. Cover and continue cooking until the orzo is tender.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
This Crockpot Creamy Chicken Orzo has fed my family on plenty of ordinary weeknights, and it holds up just as well for company. Taste it before serving and adjust the seasoning to what you like. I would rather hear how you made it your own than follow the recipe to the letter.
