Creamy Chicken And Orzo Skillet
This Creamy Chicken and Orzo Skillet delivers 48g protein and 942 calories per serving — a balanced one-pan dinner hitting both macro targets. Four servings cook from a single stovetop session, reducing prep fatigue while maintaining protein consistency. Built for anyone rotating meals through the week while training hard.
Ingredients
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •Thyme, Dried(5g)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Onion powder(3g)
- •1/2 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •1/4 tsp pepper ($0.02)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(567g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Pasta, Orzo, White, Dry(360g)
- •Vegetable Broth, Low Sodium(360g)
- •Cream, Heavy Whipping(120g)
- •Butter(30g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
Instructions
- 1Add the paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a small bowl***. Mix until combined.
- 2Blot the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel, then season both sides liberally with the seasoning blend.
- 3Heat a large deep skillet over medium and add the cooking oil. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook undisturbed until well browned, about 5 minutes. Flip and repeat on the other side. Remove the chicken from the pan.
- 4Turn the heat down to low, and add the onion and garlic. Saute until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
- 5Add the orzo and vegetable broth to the skillet and stir well to help dissolve the crispy browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the chicken to the pan and nestle it down into the orzo.
- 6Place a lid on the skillet, turn the heat up to medium-high, and let the broth come to a full boil. Then turn the heat down to low. Let the skillet simmer for about 15 minutes or until most of the broth is absorbed.
- 7After about 15 minutes, the orzo should be tender and most of the broth absorbed, but there will still be a little sauce in the skillet. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
- 8Add the cream and the butter to the skillet. Stir and heat over low until the butter melts and the cream is hot.
- 9Add the Parmesan and stir to combine.
- 10Finally, return the chicken to the skillet. If desired, garnish with parsley.
Nutrition — Per Serving
942
calories
48g
protein
42g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 94g
- Saturated fat
- 17.1g
- Sodium
- 775 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 7.0g
4 servings per batch · ~417g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Creamy Chicken And Orzo Skillet have per serving?
Each serving delivers 48g of protein and 942 calories with 42g fat and 94g carbs. This is a high-calorie, high-carb option with moderate protein relative to the total calorie load.
How long does Creamy Chicken And Orzo Skillet take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop produces 4 servings in a single batch, making prep efficient despite the calorie density. One skillet meal yields four dinners.
Is Creamy Chicken And Orzo Skillet good for muscle gain?
At 942 calories and 48g protein per serving, this recipe suits muscle gain phases where you're running a significant caloric surplus. The high carbohydrate content (94g) supports energy for training and glycogen replenishment.
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