Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo: A Comforting Family Favorite
A delightful and comforting dish combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and creamy orzo, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo and cook for about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- Add broccoli, cooked chicken, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using seasoned chicken
- Feel free to substitute other vegetables
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo, comfort food, family recipe