Creamy Dreamy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo Bowl is Irresistible!
A delicious and creamy dish featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and orzo pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced chicken. Cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the orzo and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until orzo is tender.
- Add broccoli and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for easy meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg