Description
This basil chicken and lemon orzo with burrata and toasted pine nuts is a quick and easy one-pot meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. The creamy burrata melts into the orzo, creating a rich and delicious sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Orzo:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- 4 ounces burrata cheese, torn
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté shallot and garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the orzo and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Pour in the white wine (or broth) and cook until mostly absorbed, about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes until creamy.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Top with torn burrata, toasted pine nuts, and additional fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Notes
Burrata is best added just before serving so it remains creamy. You can substitute with fresh mozzarella if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 42g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 38g