Chicken Pot Pie Orzo
A comforting one-pan dish that combines the flavors of traditional chicken pot pie with orzo pasta, perfect for using up leftover chicken and vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) Feel free to customize based on preferences.
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 pie crust pie crust Can be swapped with biscuit dough or puff pastry.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions.
- In a separate pan, sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add mixed vegetables, cooked chicken, chicken broth, cream, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Mix in the cooked orzo.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Cover with the pie crust and cut slits for steam to escape.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
This Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is best served warm. Pairs beautifully with a green salad or some crusty bread. For added comfort, serve with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.