One-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Orzo Primavera

This One-Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Orzo Primavera is a simple and delicious meal that brings together juicy chicken pieces simmered with orzo, peas, carrots, and green beans in a light honey-garlic broth. The broth thickens into a glossy sauce, making it a cozy, ‘healthy-ish’ skillet dish perfect for busy weeknights.

With minimal cleanup and straightforward cooking steps, this recipe is designed to be both satisfying and quick, allowing you to enjoy a wholesome dinner without the fuss.

Quick and Easy One-Pot Chicken Orzo Recipe

This dish features tender chicken and colorful vegetables cooked together with orzo pasta in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
1/4 cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the carrots and green beans. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add Orzo and Broth: Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, honey, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the frozen peas. Stir to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.