Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo
User Reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
26 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
509 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo
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Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo is a flavorful dish that combines orzo pasta, rotisserie chicken, and broccoli with a rich white cheddar cheese sauce. It is not only cheesy and delicious, but it is all made in one skillet for easy preparation and cleanup!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 3 cups (720 g) chicken broth
- 1 cup (245 g) whole milk
- 2 cups (280 g) rotisserie chicken, shredded, diced
- 1 package (12 ounces) frozen broccoli cuts
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups (226 g) white cheddar cheese, shredded
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- To a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, add oil. Once hot, add onions. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- To the skillet, add orzo, chicken broth, milk, chicken, broccoli, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer. Cook over medium-high heat for 16-20 minutes, or until the orzo has a firm, chewy texture, and the broccoli is tender.
- Add the cheese, stirring until melted.
- Garnish with parsley. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1portion
Calories
509kcal
(25%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 509 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 509kcal | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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