Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo is a comforting, creamy dish that brings warmth to your dinner table. This delightful one-pan meal features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and orzo pasta enveloped in gooey cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, it’s an easy recipe that guarantees smiles at every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups shredded cheese (1 cup cheddar, 1 cup mozzarella)
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 7-10 minutes).
- Once the chicken is nearly done, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add broccoli florets and cook until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a separate pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in orzo pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), then drain excess broth if necessary.
- Combine cooked orzo with the chicken and broccoli mixture in the skillet. Stir everything together.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top while gently stirring until melted (let sit for a few moments before serving).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg