One Pot Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo
A creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and chewy orzo pasta in a rich, cheesy sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked, add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the orzo. Bring it to a simmer, then cover the pot and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the broccoli florets into the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the broccoli is bright green.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat and serve warm. Enjoy the delicious flavors of this one-pot wonder!
Notes
Feel free to swap in different vegetables, try different cheese blends, and batch cook this dish for the week.