Description
A creamy and flavorful cheesy chicken broccoli orzo dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add orzo, chicken broth, and milk.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli.
- Adjust cheese amount for desired creaminess.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: cheesy chicken broccoli orzo recipe