One Pan Tuscan Chicken

This one pan Tuscan chicken is the kind of meal that makes dinner feel simple without sacrificing flavor. Everything comes together in a single pan, from searing the chicken to building a rich, creamy sauce and cooking the orzo right alongside it. With garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan layered into every bite, it’s an easy, comforting dish that keeps cleanup minimal and flavor front and center.

This is a true one pan meal which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy dinner

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This is a true one pan meal which means less cleanup and more time to enjoy dinner
• The creamy Tuscan-style sauce is rich and comforting without being overly heavy
• The orzo cooks right in the pan, soaking up all the flavor
• It’s family friendly but still feels elevated enough for guests
• Perfect for both weeknight dinners and casual entertaining

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons EVOO
• 1½ pounds chicken breasts
• Do not use thin sliced chicken as it will dry out in the oven
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
• 1 shallot chopped
• ⅓ cup white cooking wine such as Pinot Grigio
• 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
• 1½ bags baby spinach
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes

How It Comes Together

• Start by preheating your oven to 400℉ so it’s ready to go once everything is assembled
• Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, parsley, and paprika, making sure both sides are well coated
• In a large oven-safe pan, heat the remaining oil and sear the chicken for about 3 to 5 minutes per side until golden. Remove the chicken and set aside
• In the same pan, add butter and shallot and sauté for about a minute and a half until softened and fragrant
• Stir in the garlic and orzo and let it cook for a couple of minutes to lightly toast and build flavor
• Pour in the white wine along with 1½ cups of water and bring everything to a gentle boil. Let it cook for about 4 minutes
• Reduce slightly and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts and everything becomes creamy and combined
• Return the chicken and any juices back into the pan, nestling it into the orzo mixture
• Transfer the pan to the oven and bake uncovered for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and everything is perfectly creamy

Tips for Success

• Use thicker chicken breasts so they stay juicy through the oven step
• Let the orzo cook just slightly before adding the cream so it doesn’t become mushy
• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor
• Keep an eye on liquid levels and add a splash more water if needed before baking

Serving Ideas

• Serve straight from the pan for a cozy, rustic presentation
• Pair with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables
• Add a slice of crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce
• Finish with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and fresh herbs for a pretty touch

Tips for Entertaining

• This dish is perfect for serving family style right out of the pan
• You can prep all your ingredients ahead of time to make cooking feel effortless
• Double the recipe in a larger skillet if you’re feeding a crowd
• Serve with a chilled white wine like Pinot Grigio to complement the flavors

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One Pan Tuscan Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons EVOO
• 1½ pounds chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 shallot chopped
• ⅓ cup white wine
• 1 cup orzo uncooked
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
• 1½ bags baby spinach
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1½ cups water
• Salt pepper parsley and paprika to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400℉

2. Season chicken with olive oil salt pepper parsley and paprika

3. Heat oil in skillet and sear chicken 3 to 5 minutes per side

4. Remove chickenAdd butter and shallot cook about 1½ minutes

5. Add garlic and orzo cook 2 minutes

6. Add wine and water bring to a boil cook 4 minutes

7. Stir in cream mustard Parmesan sun-dried tomatoes and spinach

8. Return chicken to skillet

9. Bake uncovered 15 minutes