Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo Recipe
This Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo dish is a delightful combination of tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy orzo pasta, all brought together in a cheesy, flavorful sauce. A comforting and satisfying one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 Tablespoon Oil
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Cheesy Orzo:
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 Onion (finely diced)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups Broccoli (cut into small pieces)
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 1/2 cups Cheese (1/2 cup of parmesan, 1 cup of cheddar)
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- Fresh Herbs (basil, oregano, or parsley)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breast pieces seasoned with salt and pepper until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Orzo: In the same skillet, sauté onion, broccoli, and garlic until softened. Add orzo and chicken broth, simmer until orzo is tender.
- Add Cheese and Chicken: Stir in parmesan and cheddar cheese until melted. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet.
- Finish and Serve: Squeeze lemon juice over the dish, adjust seasoning, and top with fresh herbs and additional cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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