Description
Indulge in the comfort of a Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo Bowl, a delightful dish that combines tender orzo pasta with succulent chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare. With the flexibility to customize ingredients based on your preferences, this bowl caters to everyone at the table. Experience the warm flavors of home cooking with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to impress both kids and adults alike.
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 & black pepper
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook orzo: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot, add orzo, and cook until al dente. In the last few minutes, add broccoli florets.
- Sauté chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add seasoned cubed chicken and sauté until golden brown.
- Make sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Stir in cream and Parmesan cheese for a velvety sauce.
- Combine: Drain orzo and broccoli; mix into the sauce along with cooked chicken.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg