Creamy Chicken Orzo Bake

Name: Creamy Chicken Orzo Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 small zucchini, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and black pepper to taste

A cozy one pan dinner that combines juicy chicken, colorful vegetables, and tender orzo in one cheesy dish.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 17, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

25 minutes

Total

40 minutes

Serves

This chicken orzo bake is my go to meal when I want something comforting without spending all evening in the kitchen. It is a hearty dinner that feels like a warm hug on a busy weeknight.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to keep an eye on the oven during the last few minutes. You want the cheese on top to get nice and golden brown while keeping the orzo perfectly creamy underneath.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small zucchini, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large oven safe skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season them with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.
4
Add the zucchini, tomatoes, and garlic to the pan. Sauté for about two minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
5
Stir in the dry orzo, chicken broth, heavy cream, and dried oregano.
6
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer on the stove.
7
Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
8
Move the skillet into the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.

💡 Tips

Leftovers store beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If the pasta absorbs too much liquid while reheating, just add a splash of chicken broth to bring the creaminess back to life.

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