Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo: The Best Cozy Comfort Food
A delightful and comforting dish that brings together the flavors of broccoli and cheddar cheese with the creaminess of orzo.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the orzo and toast it for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, broccoli florets, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm and enjoy your cozy dish!
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo, Comfort Food, One-Pot Meals