Description
Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken & Orzo is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. The combination of tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and creamy orzo pasta creates a one-pot meal that’s sure to satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Optionally, sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil or butter before adding it to the slow cooker.
2. Combine the diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, crushed rosemary, and red pepper flakes in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked orzo pasta.
5. Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the grated parmesan cheese and heavy cream until melted and creamy. Shred the chicken and return it to the pot or serve as is.
6. Ladle into bowls and serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
Searing the chicken can enhance flavor.
Customize seasonings to your taste.
Adjust cooking times based on your slow cooker model.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg