Description
Lemon Butter Chicken Orzo Skillet is a quick and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken, zesty lemon, and creamy orzo in one pan. This delightful recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s not only simple to make but also bursting with flavor, making it an instant favorite for both family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley and thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from skillet. Add remaining butter and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in orzo, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil while scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Return chicken to skillet; stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. Mix well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg