Description
Chicken Broccoli Orzo is a comforting, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and al dente orzo pasta. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, offering an explosion of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the broccoli into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, cook the seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute before tossing in broccoli florets. Sauté until bright green and slightly tender, around 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until orzo is al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg