Name: Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 bone-in chicken thighs; 1 cup chopped onions; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 cup orzo pasta; 1 cup baby spinach; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups chicken broth

Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Orzo

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A warm, creamy one-pot comfort dish featuring tender chicken thighs in a sun-dried tomato and sour cream sauce with al dente orzo pasta. This easy slow cooker meal minimizes cleanup while delivering rich, satisfying flavors perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

Author: Diana Lopes
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 480
Total Time: 500
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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4 bone-in chicken thighs
1 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup orzo pasta
1 cup baby spinach
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chicken broth

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Instructions

Remove chicken skin but leave bones in; season with salt and pepper
Dredge chicken in flour until evenly coated
Heat olive oil in a skillet; cook onions and garlic 3-4 minutes until translucent
Add chicken to skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides
Transfer chicken to slow cooker and pour sautéed onions/garlic over it
Combine sun-dried tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth in a bowl; pour over chicken
Cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours until chicken is tender
Stir in orzo pasta and cook until tender (30-60 minutes)
Add baby spinach and stir until wilted
Stir in sour cream until sauce thickens; adjust seasoning if needed

Notes

For non-canned alternatives, use 2 cups sautéed mushrooms instead of soup
Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months
Can substitute orzo with farro or small pasta
Ensure sun-dried tomatoes used are salted appropriately; reduce added salt if necessary
Check for any hidden alcohol in commercial soup mixes and substitute with halal-certified versions if needed

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 180mg

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