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Chicken & Leek Orzotto

Experience a delightful twist on the classic risotto with this comforting and creamy chicken & leek orzotto. Tender chicken, sweet leeks, and creamy orzo blend harmoniously to create a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Makes 4 people · Prep 10 mins · Cook 25 mins · 6 ingredients · 4 steps

Ingredients

• 500g chicken (cut into strips)
• 1 cup orzo
• 2 leeks (sliced)
• 1 cup peas
• 1/2 cup garlic and herb cream cheese
• 500ml chicken stock

Method

1. Brown the chicken. In a large pan, cook the chicken until browned.
2. Add the orzo and stock. Add the leek, orzo, peas, chicken, and chicken stock to the pan.
3. Simmer until tender. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the cream cheese. Stir in the garlic and herb cream cheese until melted and combined.

Good to know

• Enhance the dish with additional vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.
• For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and use vegetable stock instead.
• Utilise leftover roast chicken by shredding and adding it to the orzotto for a quick and easy meal.
• Substitute plain cream cheese with a clove of minced garlic and a handful of fresh herbs if garlic and herb cream cheese is unavailable.