The Magic of Creamy Chicken Risoni with Crispy Salami Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 x 250 grams (8 ounces) chicken breasts, halved horizontally
• 100 grams (3 ounces) salami stick, cut into batons
• 400 grams (14 ounces) canned chickpeas, drained
• 150 grams (5 ounces) baby spinach
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cooking salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon sage powder (optional)
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1/3 cup fresh basil for garnish (optional)
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 1/4 cups risoni (orzo), uncooked
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3/4 cup thickened cream (or heavy cream)
• 1/3 cup parmesan, finely grated
• 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (optional)