Crockpot Creamy Chicken with Gruyere and Orzo

This Crockpot Creamy Chicken with Gruyere and Orzo is a comforting, hearty dish that delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. The rich, creamy sauce infused with nutty Gruyere cheese wraps around tender chicken thighs and perfectly cooked orzo, making it a perfect meal for a cozy night in or an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
Fresh thyme for garnish (optional)

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