Dinner for 6

Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

Name: Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 1 cup finely diced carrots; 1/2 cups yellow onion; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 tsp kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (optional); 2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

Chicken and orzo simmer with broccoli in broth and cream, then finish with melted cheddar in one pan.

$1.74per serving $

30 minstart to table

6servings

American High-protein Budget Family Dinners One-pot

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter
1 cup finely diced carrots
1/2 cups yellow onion
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tsp kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (optional)
2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

Steps

Melt the butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat and cook the carrots and onion for 4 minutes.
Cut the chicken into small pieces, add it with the garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, and heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the skillet and cook for 8 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Add the broccoli, cover, and cook for 5 minutes until the orzo is tender and the chicken reaches 165 F.
Stir in the cheddar until melted, then rest the dish for 2 minutes.

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