Kitchen notes · a little help before you start

Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Name: Marry Me Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil (Source: 1 tablespoon olive oil); 2 tablespoons butter (Source: 2 tablespoons butter); 1 tablespoon tomato paste (Source: 1 tablespoon tomato paste); 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (Source: 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (Source: 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano); 4 cloves garlic (minced) (Source: 4 cloves garlic (minced)); 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Source: 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes); 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (Source: 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta); 1/2 cup dry white wine (Source: 1/2 cup dry white wine); 1.5 cups chicken broth (Source: 1.5 cups chicken broth); 1 cup heavy/whipping cream (Source: 1 cup heavy/whipping cream); 2 cups cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken (Source: 2 cups cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken); 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Source: 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese); 1 each small handful fresh basil (torn/chopped) (Source: 1 small handful fresh basil (torn/chopped)); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt & pepper (to taste)); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: Salt & pepper (to taste))

Marry Me Chicken Orzo is made with uncooked orzo pasta, chicken broth, and cooked shredded/rotisserie chicken.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 16 listed

Make it part of your week

Estimating…

SidesAmericanChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Sides
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

2. Stir as directed

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

3. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

Get to know the ingredients

tomato paste

In the method: Add the oil, butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orzo to a pot over medium-high heat.

sun-dried tomatoes

In the method: Add the oil, butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orzo to a pot over medium-high heat.

dried oregano

In the method: Add the oil, butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orzo to a pot over medium-high heat.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Season with salt & pepper as needed.

A little more help as you go

Prepare for the next step

Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the pot. Start with this step: Add the oil, butter, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and orzo to a pot over medium-high heat.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Take the pot off the heat, and cover it for 3-5 minutes or until it has thickened up to your liking.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.

Additional recipe notes

If the pasta is soaking up the liquid too fast (i.e. before the orzo is cooked), reduce the heat and/or add another splash of broth or cream. If there’s too much liquid, cover the pot for longer than suggested in the recipe and the orzo will absorb it quickly.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: saltandlavender.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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