Description
Succulent one-pan tuscan chicken orzo brings Mediterranean flavors dancing across your plate with creamy parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes. Hearty ingredients meld together effortlessly, promising restaurant-quality comfort you can easily recreate at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) lump crab meat
- 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup (85 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 3 teaspoons Sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish and Accompaniments:
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) low-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 green onions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
- Chips, for serving
Instructions
- Whisk cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and Monterey Jack cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in crab meat, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Mince garlic and thinly slice green onions, then incorporate into the cheese blend.
- Add soy sauce and Sriracha, stirring to create a harmonious flavor profile.
- Preheat oven to the appropriate temperature for baking dips.
- Transfer the combined mixture into an ungreased baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Place in preheated oven and bake until the surface turns golden brown and develops a bubbly texture.
- Check for complete melting of cheese and heated through consistency.
- Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes to stabilize.
- Sprinkle additional freshly chopped green onions on top for garnish and extra flavor.
- Serve immediately alongside crispy chips for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap dairy-free cream cheese and yogurt alternatives to make this recipe suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Reduce Sriracha for a milder version or completely omit for those who prefer less heat.
- Add extra protein like shredded rotisserie chicken or diced cooked shrimp to enhance the dish’s nutritional value.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake and create a healthier version of the recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg