Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy orzo pasta in a cheesy sauce that warms the heart. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With its delightful flavors and beautiful presentation, Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo will become a family favorite in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheese blend (mozzarella and cheddar)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook orzo until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chicken until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Add minced garlic and broccoli; sauté until fragrant and bright green (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in cooked orzo and chicken broth; mix well.
- Reduce heat, add cream cheese and shredded cheese blend; stir until melted and combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg