One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo

One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo

4 servings
This One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo recipe is so delicious, and only takes 45 minutes to make! With homemade chicken meatballs in a creamy Parmesan sauce, it's cooked with yummy Orzo pasta to make a filling dish the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • ground chicken
    1 lb
  • dry breadcrumbs
    ½ c
  • Parmesan cheese
    ½ c
  • milk
    ¼ c
  • egg
    1
  • fresh parsley optional)

    (finely chopped

    ¼ c
  • Italian seasoning
    1 tsp
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • garlic
    1 tsp
  • onion powder
    ½ tsp
  • black pepper
    ¼ tsp
  • oil
    2 tbsp
  • garlic

    finely minced

    2 clove
  • low sodium chicken broth
    2 ½ c
  • dry orzo pasta
    1 ½ c
  • cream

    any kind - heavy cream will give a richer flavor, light cream will be a bit thinner

    ⅝ c
  • Parmesan cheese
    ¼ c
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • black pepper
    ¼ tsp

Directions

Chicken meatballs

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, bread crumbs, cheese, milk, egg, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, garlic, onion powder, and pepper. Mix well but don't overmix; make sure there are no clumps of bread crumbs in the mixture. Let sit for 10-20 minutes for the bread crumbs to absorb excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Roll into 1-1¼" balls.

  3. 3

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Remove to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Garlic parmesan orzo

  1. 1

    Reduce heat to medium, add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Add the broth and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to deglaze. Bring it to a low boil.

  3. 3

    Add the orzo, cream, parmesan, salt, and pepper, and stir. Place the meatballs on top, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente. It might look liquidy at first, but it will thicken quickly!

  4. 4

    Taste and serve.

One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo

One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo

5.0(216)45 min4 servings586 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting, complete meal that's ready in just 45 minutes? This One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo delivers homemade deliciousness without the fuss, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its one-pan simplicity, marrying tender, savory chicken meatballs with creamy Parmesan orzo. Everything cooks together to absorb every delicious flavor, making for minimal cleanup and maximum taste. This method ensures your pasta is perfectly coated in a rich sauce from start to finish.

You'll discover tender, juicy chicken meatballs, seasoned with Italian herbs, garlic, and onion powder, nestled in a silky, rich Parmesan sauce. This creamy sauce coats every strand of al dente orzo pasta, creating a satisfying and hearty dish that feels gourmet but is incredibly straightforward to make. It's a filling meal that the whole family will love.

This versatile dish welcomes simple tweaks to suit your preferences. For a richer, more decadent sauce, opt for heavy cream, while light cream will result in a slightly thinner consistency. The fresh parsley is also entirely optional, allowing you to adjust the herby notes as desired without compromising the core flavors. You could also experiment with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.

Ideal for a cozy family dinner or a quick meal with friends, this satisfying One Pan Chicken Meatballs with Orzo is a complete meal on its own, needing nothing more than perhaps a simple side salad.

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