Description
Orzo Tuscan Chicken Bake is a creamy, cheesy casserole filled with tender chicken, roasted tomatoes, and flavorful orzo. A cozy one-dish dinner that’s easy to make and always a hit at the table.
Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken, cooked and cubed
– 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
– 1 pint cherry tomatoes
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large baking dish, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in uncooked orzo, cooked chicken, broth, and cream. Add Parmesan and mix well.
4. Top with mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
5. Remove foil and bake for 10–15 minutes more until golden and bubbly.
6. Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
Don’t skip roasting the tomatoes—it deepens their flavor.
Substitute spinach, artichokes, or sun-dried tomatoes for variety.
Add red pepper flakes if you like heat.
Double it and freeze for an easy future dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
Keywords: orzo chicken bake, tuscan chicken pasta, cheesy chicken casserole, creamy orzo bake, weeknight pasta bake, easy chicken dinner, family friendly casserole