Description
A rich, creamy, and flavorful one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken breast in a basil-infused cream sauce, served over tender orzo pasta with melted burrata and savory Parmesan.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces burrata cheese, torn into pieces
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sear chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add orzo and stir to coat in butter. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and chopped basil. Mix until creamy.
- Slice the cooked chicken and nestle it back into the orzo. Top with torn burrata pieces and let it melt slightly for a minute.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra basil if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.