mother would stretch a few chicken breasts and a handful of garden herbs into a meal that could feed whoever showed up at the table.

Serve this creamy spring herb chicken orzo in warm shallow bowls so the sauce can pool around the edges. A side of simply steamed or roasted asparagus, green beans, or peas keeps that springtime feeling going. A crisp green salad with a light vinaigrette balances the richness nicely, and a slice of crusty bread or