Description
Chicken Broccoli Orzo is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy orzo pasta in a creamy sauce that warms your heart. This one-pot dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavors that will make your family gather around the table with smiles. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it’s a versatile recipe you can customize based on your pantry staples. Dive into this wholesome meal that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop broccoli into small florets.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add garlic and broccoli: Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the orzo: Pour in chicken broth, bring to boil, then add orzo. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender and broth is mostly absorbed.
- Create creamy sauce: Mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until creamy.
- Serve hot: Spoon into bowls, garnish with additional Parmesan if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg