Creamy Boursin Orzo with Chicken Quick Comfort Dinner

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (450g)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (1.25 ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika (1.25 ml)
• 1 medium onion, chopped (approximately 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup orzo pasta (approximately 170g)
• 4 cups chicken broth (950 ml) (low sodium preferred)
• 1 (5.2 ounce) package Boursin cheese, crumbled (150g)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (30g), plus more for garnish
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Optional: 1 cup frozen peas or spinach