Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken: Easy Comfort with Orzo
Enjoy the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken with Orzo, a comforting dish perfect for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chicken broth, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes, add the orzo to the slow cooker.
- Once cooked, stir in the Parmesan cheese and spinach before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight before cooking.
- Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: slow cooker, chicken, orzo, comfort food