Description
Creamy Bold BBQ Ranch White Cheddar Chicken Orzo is a delightful one-pan dish that effortlessly combines comfort and flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a creamy sauce made from ranch dressing and smoky BBQ sauce, all mixed with rich white cheddar and orzo pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add uncooked orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; then cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Shred the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet with the cooked orzo. Stir in heavy cream, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and shredded white cheddar until well combined.
- Cook for an additional few minutes until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg