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Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo

Monterey Chicken One-Pan Orzo

Enjoy this creamy Monterey Chicken One-Pan Orzo, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can cream of chicken with herbs 10.5 oz
  • 16 oz sour cream
  • 2.5 cups chicken stock
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • 3 cups fresh spinach leaves torn
  • 16 oz dry orzo
  • 3 cups Monterey Jack cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can French's crispy fried onions 6 oz

Equipment

  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • whisk
  • nonstick cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Directly into the casserole dish add the cream of chicken, sour cream, and chicken stock. Add seasonings and garlic. Whisk until smooth and creamy and no lumps remain.
  3. Add in the spinach, chicken, half the cheese and orzo. Whisk to evenly combine and incorporate into the liquid. Be sure ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. Top with remaining cheese over the top. Finally, top with an even layer of crispy fried onions. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Uncover and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until top is golden brown and edges are bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 22gFat: 13g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different proteins or cheeses to suit your taste. This dish is perfect for leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to three days.

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