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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo: A Dish You'll Love!

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy cheeses with orzo pasta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the orzo and toast it for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. This will enhance the flavor.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the broccoli florets. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the broccoli is bright green.
  4. Stir in the cooked chicken, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. Mix until the cheeses are melted and everything is well combined.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the orzo with cauliflower rice.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice or some red pepper flakes for a zesty kick.

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