Description
A comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta with succulent chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Toss in the orzo and toast it for about 2-3 minutes until it turns slightly golden.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook until the orzo is tender and the broccoli is a vibrant green.
- Add the shredded chicken, heavy cream, and cheese to the pot.
- Stir the mixture until the cheese melts, creating that creamy texture.
- Season generously with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute the heavy cream with milk or a plant-based alternative. Feel free to use other vegetables like peas or spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg