Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo is a delightful one-skillet meal that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce, all enveloped in comforting orzo pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and butter until foamy. Sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and orzo; toast for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in chopped cooked chicken and small broccoli florets; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk, season with salt and pepper, then bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg