Creamy Parmesan Orzo with Chicken and Asparagus

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless (about 3)
• ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ½ teaspoon pepper, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup asparagus, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups orzo, uncooked
• 2 cups half and half
• 3 cups chicken broth, low sodium (or water)
• 1½ cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, for garnish