Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Orzo with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Twist
A hearty take on comfort food with orzo pasta and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in thyme, then add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo and cook according to package directions.
- Stir in shredded chicken, peas, and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- For a vegetarian option, omit bacon and chicken and use vegetable broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg