Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo is a comforting, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich cheese in a delightful bowl. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will envelop you in warmth and flavor with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in broccoli florets and uncooked orzo pasta; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is al dente.
- Mix in shredded cheeses and sour cream until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg