# Heaven in one single pan

This is a super easy, one-pan chicken and orzo dish with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy sauce that's perfect for repeat dinners and makes plenty for leftovers.

- Total time: 30 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Dinner
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 4 to 6 chicken tenderloins
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.75 jar sun-dried tomatoes (in oil)
- 1 cup orzo, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 0.5 bag fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- for garnish parmesan

## Instructions

1. Heat up 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken tenderloins with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Sear the seasoned chicken for 3 minutes per side until golden.
4. Remove the seared chicken from the pan and set aside.
5. Add another splash of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and uncooked orzo to the pan.
6. Toast the orzo for 2 minutes.
7. Pour in chicken stock and a sprinkle of salt.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer for 5–8 minutes until the orzo is tender, stirring occasionally.
9. Toss in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
10. Add heavy cream, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, then mix well.
11. Return the cooked chicken back into the pan and let it simmer for 2–5 minutes.
12. Garnish with parmesan cheese on top before serving.

## Equipment

- skillet

## Tips

- This recipe uses simple ingredients that most people already have at home.
- It's a one-pan meal, minimizing cleanup.
- You don't need to be a culinary expert to make this dish.
- Make sure to stir the orzo occasionally so it doesn’t stick.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.tiktok.com/@madeandtaylored/video/7540426999509110029?q=recipe&t=1761699901599
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/80cfb49c-c94b-4829-be76-c7721de265a8
- Extracted: 2025-10-29

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