Cozy pasta comfort food (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the dish
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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced
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8 ounces orzo pasta
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2 celery stalks, finely diced
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2 carrots, finely diced
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1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
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5 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups chicken broth
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
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1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
# Instructions:
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Cook the orzo according to package instructions. While that's cooking, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once butter melts, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until they start to soften.
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Reduce heat to low and sprinkle the flour over the vegetables. Whisk together until it forms a paste or roux. Keep stirring constantly and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream while whisking continuously until no clumps remain and the mixture begins to thicken.
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Add the diced chicken and let the mixture simmer until it reaches your desired thickness. Stir in the drained orzo until well combined. Serve hot and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This dish combines the comfort of chicken pot pie with the ease of a one-pot pasta meal.
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Perfect for weeknight dinners when you're craving something hearty but short on time.
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Feel free to add frozen peas or corn in the final step for extra color and nutrition.