Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Classic Crockpot Tuscan Chicken Orzo, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy orzo pasta—all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. This effortless recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and cozy family dinners alike. Simply add the ingredients to your crockpot and let it work its magic while you unwind. With its creamy texture and savory profile, this one-pot meal is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters at the table. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly, making it a convenient choice for leftovers throughout the week. Enjoy this hearty Italian comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1½ cups orzo pasta
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (or 8 oz cream cheese)
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot; add onion, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks.
- Stir in heavy cream (or cream cheese) and add uncooked orzo pasta; cook on HIGH for another 20–30 minutes until orzo is fully cooked.
- Incorporate baby spinach and Parmesan cheese; stir until well mixed and spinach wilts.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on LOW or 3 hours on HIGH
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg