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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo

A creamy and cheesy dish combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and orzo pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus more for topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Orzo and Broccoli
  1. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the orzo and broccoli florets.
  2. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
Combine and Add Cheese
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  2. If desired, add more cheese on top and let it melt for a few minutes.
Serve
  1. Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a lighter version, you can use low-fat cheese and reduce the amount of heavy cream.

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