Chicken Broccoli Orzo

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    45 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    565 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chicken Broccoli Orzo

This chicken broccoli orzo makes for the perfect weeknight dinner on a busy weeknight. Ready in around 40 minutes, this one-pot orzo recipe is cheesy, flavorful, and so easy to make!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoon oil divided in half
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • teaspoon salt divided into 1 and ½ teaspoon
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic 
  • 2 to 3 crowns broccoli cut into florets
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 454 grams orzo (16oz)
  • cups chicken broth
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded
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Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, paprika, and (½ teaspoon) salt.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, smooth side down. Sear for 5 minutes, then flip and cook for 6 to 7 more minutes, or until cooked through. Set aside to rest before you shred the chicken.
  3. In the now empty skillet, add the rest of the olive oil and diced onions. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes, and add a splash of broth to deglaze the skillet. Saute for another minute.
  4. Add the minced garlic and a teaspoon of salt to the skillet. Saute for a minute, and then add the broccoli. Saute for another minute before adding the orzo.
  5. Add the chicken broth and simmer the mixture for 15 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
  6. Add the shredded chicken and cheese to the skillet and stir until well combined. Serve immediately as is or garnished with basil and more cheese.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 565kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 61g (20%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 100mg (33%) Sodium 892mg (37%) Potassium 562mg (16%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 386IU (8%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 236mg (24%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 565 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 565kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 61g 20%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 100mg 33%
Sodium 892mg 37%
Potassium 562mg 12%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 386IU 8%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 236mg 24%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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