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Slow Cooker Chicken and Tomato Orzo

This recipe is 4 Freestyle points per serving, 1 cup.
3.84 from 59 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Slow Cooker Chicken and Tomato Orzo
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 249kcal
Author: Dash of Herbs

Ingredients

For the Slow Cooker:

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 spray olive oil spray
  • 2 Tablespoons garlic salt
  • 1 Tablespoon black pepper
  • 1-2 cups chicken broth

For the Pasta:

  • 8oz package orzo
  • 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 pack grape tomatoes halved
  • 4 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Add all the Chicken ingredients in the slow cooker.  Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until fully cooked.  Once it's finished cooking, shred the chicken and set aside.
  • About 30 minutes before the chicken is finished cooking, cook the orzo according to the package directions.  Meanwhile, heat a small non-stick skillet to medium heat.  Add the minced garlic and tomatoes.  Cook until the tomatoes have burst and the garlic is fragrant.
  • Drain the orzo when it's finished cooking.  Add in the cooked chicken and the garlic and tomatoes.  Stir to combine.  Add in the Parmesan cheese, if using.  Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Chicken and Tomato Orzo
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 Calories from Fat 73
% Daily Value*
Fat 8.1g12%
Saturated Fat 2.8g18%
Carbohydrates 24.5g8%
Fiber 1.4g6%
Sugar 0.9g1%
Protein 18.7g37%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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