Description
A delicious and creamy chicken and broccoli orzo recipe that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add broccoli and cook until tender.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk, then stir in cooked orzo.
- Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables or spices according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg