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One Pot Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Orzo Recipe

One Pot Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Orzo Recipe
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A delightful and easy-to-make one-pot meal, this Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo combines tender chicken, vibrant veggies, creamy cheeses, and flavorful orzo pasta in a comforting dish that’s sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Salted Butter, divided
  • 1–2 tsp each Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Salt, Pepper, and Smoked Paprika

For the Orzo:

  • 2 Carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 Yellow Onion, diced
  • 6 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 Cup Orzo Pasta
  • 1 Heaping Tbsp Chicken Bouillon + 2 1/2 Cups water OR 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 2 Cups Broccoli Florets, chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 Cups Freshly Grated Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add carrots and onion; cook for 7 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Cook the Orzo: Stir in orzo and toast for 1 minute. Add bouillon and water, scraping the bottom of the pan. Stir in broccoli.
  5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 11–12 minutes, until orzo is tender.
  6. Combine Ingredients: Stir in cream, cheddar, and Parmesan. Mix until melted and creamy.
  7. Add Chicken and Serve: Add chicken back to the pan. Stir to combine and serve hot.

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Keywords: One Pot, Cheesy, Chicken, Broccoli, Orzo, Easy, Comfort Food

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