Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo: Comfort Food in Every Bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken and add broccoli to the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is cooked, about 10-12 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stirring in cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk or cream.
- Great leftovers to reheat the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe