Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Perfect Marry Me Chicken Meatballs Orzo, a heartwarming dish that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Juicy chicken meatballs are infused with aromatic garlic and herbs, served on a fluffy bed of orzo pasta, and finished with a rich sauce. This recipe is perfect for date nights, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress. Get ready to create culinary magic that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and panko breadcrumbs until combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and orzo to the skillet; stir to combine. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender and meatballs are cooked through.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese just before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg