Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Orzo Chicken

Ok - I didn't even know what orzo was till a couple weeks ago, and I already found another recipe with it in it!  I had boot camp and dance tonight - so again, I needed something FAST FAST and FASTER!  This was super quick to throw together - and then I was able to get ready while it baked.  It probably isn't super healthy for you with that thick cream - BUT the flavor was totally worth it!  It's super yummy....AND I get leftovers AGAIN tomorrow!!  Perfect serving for 2 :)

Serves 2: Best Casserole Cookbook Ever

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons flour
salt / pepper
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts halves
3/4 cup plain orzo
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 tomato, diced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Preheat the oven to 400 - coat a shallow 2qt casserole with cooking spray. 

Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl - and coat the chicken halves.  Heat the chx broth so it's hot!

Spread out the orzo in the bottom of the casserole dish and pour the hot chicken broth over it.  Top with the onion, tomato, and seasoned chicken breasts.

Mix the heavy cream and sour cream together - spoon over chicken.  Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.  Sprinkle with the cheese and let stand for 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

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