Description
Experience the comforting delight of Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo, a one-skillet meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This creamy dish combines tender chicken, wholesome orzo pasta, and fresh broccoli in a luscious cheese sauce. With its quick preparation and kid-friendly flavors, it’s bound to become a favorite at your dinner table. Serve it up as a hearty meal or pack it for lunch; this versatile recipe is sure to impress!
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 melted. Sauté the onion until soft (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and orzo; toast for 2–3 minutes.
- Add chopped chicken and broccoli; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk, add salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for about 10–12 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted. If too thick, add more milk to reach desired creaminess.
- Serve warm, topped with extra cheese and black pepper 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: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg