Description
Experience the comforting flavors of Chicken Broccoli Orzo, a creamy and savory dish that brings warmth to your table. This one-pot wonder features tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rice-shaped orzo pasta, all enveloped in a luscious sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli florets. Sauté until garlic is fragrant and broccoli is bright green, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in heavy cream and mix in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg