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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo

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Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo is a delightful and hearty dish that brings comfort to your dinner table. Combining tender chicken with vibrant vegetables and chewy orzo pasta, all enveloped in a flaky puff pastry, this dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Its creamy texture elevates the flavors, making it an indulgent choice that everyone will love. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking only about an hour from start to finish, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal with loved ones.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until browned, then set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet until fragrant. Add diced carrots and celery; cook until softened.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet and add frozen peas. Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well.
  5. Gradually pour in chicken broth and milk while stirring continuously until a simmer is reached.
  6. Add orzo along with thyme and rosemary; cook for 8–10 minutes until tender and thickened.
  7. Pour the mixture into an oven-proof dish and top with rolled-out puff pastry, sealing edges.
  8. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.

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