Description
A comforting one-pan dish combining creamy cheese, savory chicken, and vibrant broccoli with orzo pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup chopped cooked chicken
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream (or milk)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the orzo and toast it for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add the broccoli florets, cover, and let simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked chicken, cream, and shredded cheese until well combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
Garnish with extra cheese or chopped herbs for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking on stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Broccoli, Orzo, One-pan meal, Comfort food