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One Pot Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

A creamy, comforting 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and orzo pasta in a velvety cheddar sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 1 lb chicken breast cubed
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 2 cups broccoli florets cut small
  • 0.5 cup carrots diced
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 yellow onion diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef's Knife
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the seasoned chicken cubes for 5-7 minutes; remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and carrots in the same pan for 3-4 minutes, then add garlic for 1 minute.
  3. Add dry orzo to the skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 8 minutes.
  5. Stir in broccoli and the cooked chicken, cover, and simmer for another 4-5 minutes.
  6. Turn off heat and stir in shredded cheddar until the sauce is creamy and melted.
  7. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest melting results.