Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo: A Comforting Weeknight Delight
A delightful recipe combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy orzo for a perfect weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add the minced garlic and broccoli, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo