Description
A delightful, comforting one-pot dish that harmonizes flavors reminiscent of the Italian countryside, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and add the orzo, heavy cream, and spinach to the pot. Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes or until the orzo is tender. Stir in the shredded chicken and serve.
Notes
Serve warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pairs well with a light salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg