Description
One Pot Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Orzo is a delightful and comforting meal ready in just 30 minutes. This creamy dish combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and orzo pasta simmered in a rich cheese sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its one-pot convenience, cleanup is a breeze, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your meal. Whether you’re serving it for a family gathering or just for yourself, this easy recipe guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp salted butter, divided
- 1–2 tsp garlic powder
- 1–2 tsp onion powder
- 1–2 tsp salt
- 1–2 tsp pepper
- 1–2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 heaping tbsp chicken bouillon + 2 1/2 cups water or 2 cups of chicken broth
- 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil and spices. Cook in a large skillet until browned and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté carrots and onions in butter until softened; add garlic.
- Add orzo and toast briefly before adding chicken broth and broccoli.
- Simmer until orzo is tender, then stir in heavy cream and cheeses until melted.
- Return chicken to the pan and mix thoroughly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg