Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of One Pan Sweet Honey Garlic Parmesan Chicken Orzo, a quick and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot meal features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a luscious honey garlic sauce, blended with tender orzo pasta and fresh spinach. The creamy richness of Parmesan cheese ties it all together, creating a comforting dish that the entire family will love. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy more time at the dinner table and less time in the kitchen. Ideal for casual dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add honey and soy sauce; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and orzo; bring to a boil then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Mix in spinach and Parmesan cheese until wilted. Return chicken to skillet to heat through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot with optional parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg