This Slow Cooker Creamy Herb Chicken & Orzo is the ultimate comfort meal. Tender chicken breasts slowly cook over orzo pasta in a rich, creamy garlic-herb sauce, creating a hearty one-pot dinner that’s perfect for busy spring evenings.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours
Total Time: About 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Creamy Herb Sauce
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges