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Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo

Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo

Creamy Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo with tender chicken, spinach, and melty Monterey Jack cheese! A 30-minute, family-friendly comfort food perfect for busy weeknights.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Base

  • 1 can 10.5 oz unsalted cream of chicken soup
  • 1 container 16 oz sour cream
  • 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For the Filling

  • 1 package 16 oz orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 1 package 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
  • 3 cups cooked chicken diced (about 1 pound)
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese reserve 1 cup for topping

For the Topping

  • 1 can 6 oz crispy fried onions, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese reserved from above
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Create the Creamy Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth until smooth and well combined. This forms the creamy base of your casserole.
  • Add Seasonings and Dry Ingredients: Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
  • Incorporate Main Components: Add the uncooked orzo pasta, thoroughly drained spinach, diced chicken, and 2 cups of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese to the bowl. Gently fold everything together until all ingredients are coated with the creamy mixture. Add half of the crispy fried onions and stir to combine.
  • Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
  • Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top, followed by the remaining crispy fried onions.
  • Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Finish Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted, the edges are bubbling, and the topping has turned golden brown.
  • Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
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