One Pot Pesto
Chicken and Orzo

Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Per Serving
4-6 People
Calories
490 Per Serving

Primary Protein

John Soules Foods Oven Roasted Diced Chicken

Alternative Protein

John Soules Foods Seasoned Rotisserie Diced Chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 16 ounces John Soules Foods Oven Roasted Chicken, thawed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh basil, for garnish
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Instructions

Preparation:

  1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cherry tomatoes and cook until chicken is heated through and tomatoes begin to soften, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic, salt and pepper and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add orzo pasta and chicken broth. Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until orzo is cooked through and broth is absorbed, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  3. Stir in pesto and heavy cream. Cook until heated through and sauce is reduced slightly, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Garnish with basil and serve.
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