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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Meatballs and Orzo

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Meatballs and Orzo: A Cozy Weeknight Delight

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A delicious and comforting dish featuring chicken meatballs in a creamy sauce served with orzo.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Form the mixture into meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs until browned.
  4. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  7. Cook until heated through and serve.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish.
  • Great served with crusty bread.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3 grams
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 30 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 15 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 45 grams
  • Fiber: 2 grams
  • Protein: 35 grams
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg