One-Pot Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Orzo

This sun-dried tomato and spinach orzo is one of those dinners that feels a little fancy but takes almost no effort — which is honestly my favorite kind of recipe.

I wanted something cozy and creamy, but still light enough for a weeknight. Something that felt elevated, but didn’t require a million ingredients or multiple pans. And something my whole family would actually eat without me having to negotiate.

This sun-dried tomato and spinach orzo checks all of those boxes.

It’s a true one-pot meal, which means less cleanup (always a win), and everything cooks together so the flavors build naturally. The sun-dried tomatoes bring that rich, slightly tangy flavor that makes it taste like you ordered it at a restaurant, while the spinach keeps it fresh and balanced.

You can make this with either chicken or chicken sausage depending on what you have. Chicken breast keeps it lighter and higher protein, while chicken sausage adds instant flavor and makes it even faster. Both work beautifully.

The key with orzo is stirring it often while it cooks. It acts like a mini pasta and can stick if you walk away, but if you keep an eye on it, it turns into the creamiest base without needing a separate sauce.

Once the cream and parmesan go in, everything comes together into this rich, comforting dish that still somehow doesn’t feel heavy. It’s cozy without being over the top — exactly what I want on a busy weeknight.

This is also a great meal prep option. It reheats really well, and if it thickens in the fridge (which it will), just add a splash of broth or water when reheating and it’s perfect again.

It’s one of those recipes that feels versatile, forgiving, and dependable — and those are the ones I find myself making over and over.