Description
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Chicken Broccoli Orzo, where tender chicken meets vibrant broccoli and silky orzo pasta in a luscious creamy sauce. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, bringing joy to the dinner table with every bite. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Sear chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add broccoli florets and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until bright green.
- Stir in orzo pasta and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes until orzo is tender but al dente.
- Lower heat; stir in heavy cream and grated cheese until melted and creamy.
- Return sliced chicken to skillet; mix everything together until well coated in sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg