Description
A comforting casserole that combines the creamy richness of Boursin cheese with seasoned chicken, orzo pasta, and wholesome veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (5.2 oz) package Boursin garlic & herb cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
- Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add garlic to the same pan and toast for 30 seconds.
- Stir in orzo and toast for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in zucchini and cherry tomatoes, then nestle in Boursin cheese in the center.
- Return chicken to the dish and mix slightly.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover, stir in spinach and Parmesan (if using), then bake uncovered for another 5–10 minutes until creamy and orzo is tender.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Sear the chicken well for added flavor, and feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg