Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken & Orzo
Experience the comfort and ease of our Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken & Orzo Recipe. This delightful dish features tender, succulent chicken simmered in a flavorful broth combined with creamy orzo pasta. Packed with aromatic herbs and rich Parmesan cheese, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. With minimal prep and effortless slow cooking, you’ll have a hearty meal ready to enjoy without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it warm and watch as your loved ones savor each delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
- olive oil
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Sear the chicken in a skillet until browned; set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Deglaze with white wine (optional) and add chicken broth.
- Layer seared chicken on top of onions; sprinkle half of parsley.
- Cook on LOW for 5-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Shred chicken in the slow cooker, then stir in uncooked orzo.
- Mix in cream cheese and Parmesan until creamy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg