Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo Bowl
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo Bowl that’s easy to make! Perfect for cozy dinners—try it today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Orzo pasta
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Garlic (minced)
- Onion (finely chopped)
- Cream or half-and-half
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Boneless chicken breast (cubed)
- Olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- Butter
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente. In the last few minutes, add broccoli florets. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese to create a smooth sauce.
- Combine cooked orzo and broccoli with the sauce in the skillet, then fold in the cooked chicken until well mixed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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