Creamy Dijon Chicken and Orzo

Creamy Dijon Chicken and Orzo – a flavor-packed one pot meal with tender seasoned chicken, savory dijon sauce, creamy orzo, fresh spinach, and a sprinkle of crispy fried onions.

Creamy Dijon Chicken and Orzo

Pan-seared chicken thighs (or chicken breast!) are cooked with orzo in a savory, creamy Dijon sauce that pairs perfectly with chicken. A sprinkle of crushed crispy fried onions adds a satisfying crunch and a touch of sweetness. Stir in a handful of baby spinach at the end for a veggie serving. Skillet chicken and orzo dinners are one of my go-to combinations. I love coming up with new flavors and textures that make a true one-pot meal. Protein, carbs, and veggies are a must, but adding extra layers of flavor and texture make it a meal you can come back to, and even serve to company!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Unique – A new stovetop recipe created and photographed by me (a human!). Mix up your menu with a fresh flavor combo and dinner inspiration.
• Quick – about 10 minutes to sear the chicken and 20 minutes to simmer the orzo and chicken together so you can have it on the table quickly.
• Flavor-Packed – the savory, creamy Dijon sauce is perfect with the chicken and orzo, and the crispy onions add a tasty finish.
• One-Pot – fewer dishes and clean-up.

Ingredients for Creamy Dijon Chicken and Orzo

• Olive Oil – for browning the chicken. If you would like to use butter, keep the heat at medium so it doesn’t burn.
• Chicken – boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Thinly Sliced Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
• Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• Shallot – or finely diced onion
• Garlic – freshly minced
• White Wine – use a dry white wine, like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Grigio. Substitute wine with additional chicken broth, if preferred.
• Low-Sodium Chicken Broth – or chicken stock
• Dijon Mustard
• Coarse Ground Mustard
• Heavy Cream
• Orzo
• Baby Spinach – chopped Kale would work as well.
• Crispy Fried Onions – store-bought fried onions, the kind you add to green bean casserole, crushed to make a tasty topping
• Parsley

How to Make Creamy Dijon Chicken and Orzo

1. Toss chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides.
2. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Sauté shallots and garlic, adding more olive oil if needed.
4. Deglaze pan with white wine, scraping the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Then stir in chicken broth, creamy mustard, and orzo.
5. Add chicken back into pan with orzo and let simmer until chicken is cooked through and orzo is tender.
6. Stir in baby spinach and top with crispy fried onions and parsley.

More of My Favorite Chicken Recipes

• One-Pot Cajun Chicken Alfredo
• Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken
• One-Pan Cheesy Chicken Rice and Broccoli
• One-Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta