Cowboy Butter Chicken Orzo

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Chicken breast (Diced; chicken seasoning quantities were not specified.)
• Cowboy butter seasoning (For seasoning the chicken; amount not specified.)
• Paprika (For seasoning the chicken; amount not specified.)
• Black pepper (For seasoning the chicken; amount not specified.)
• Garlic powder (For seasoning the chicken; amount not specified.)
• Onion powder (For seasoning the chicken; amount not specified.)
• 2 tbsp Oil (For cooking the chicken.)
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 2 cup Orzo
• 4 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (The creator says it may be omitted if desired.)
• 1 tsp Cowboy butter seasoning (For the orzo.)
• 1 tsp All-purpose seasoning (Your choice.)
• 0.5 tsp Paprika (For the orzo.)
• 0.5 tsp Chili powder (For the orzo.)
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder (For the orzo.)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder (For the orzo.)
• Black pepper (For the orzo, to taste.)
• 2 tsp Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Heavy whipping cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (Plus additional Parmesan for topping; amount not specified.)
• Dried chives or parsley (Optional, for topping; choose either dried chives or dried parsley.)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the diced chicken with cowboy butter seasoning, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. The source does not specify amounts for these chicken seasonings.

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned, turning as needed to color it. The chicken will finish cooking with the orzo, so the source says to focus on browning at this stage.

4. 4

   Add the butter and let it melt in the skillet.

5. 5

   Add the orzo and toast for a few minutes, stirring and tossing so it is coated in butter and develops a little color.

6. 6

   Add the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, cowboy butter seasoning, all-purpose seasoning, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper to taste, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

7. 7

   Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then cover the skillet and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring a couple of times to prevent sticking, until the orzo is cooked through and tender.

8. 8

   Add the heavy whipping cream and Parmesan. Stir until combined and the cheese has melted.

9. 9

   Top with additional Parmesan and, if desired, dried chives or parsley. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Dijon mustard may be left out if you prefer. The creator also says the orzo toast is optional. Amounts for the chicken seasonings and the extra topping Parmesan and herbs are not specified.

Nutrition per serving

• one-pan
• quick dinner
• main course
• chicken
• creamy
• comfort food