Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/53ce40f5-6a7a-4550-be5e-df1e663428e0
Original source: https://www.modernhoney.com/cheesy-chicken-broccoli-orzo/
Recipe image: https://www.modernhoney.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cheesy-Chicken-Broccoli-Orzo-7-crop.jpg

Creamy Chicken Broccoli Orzo made with sauteed chicken, fresh broccoli, orzo pasta in a cheesy sauce. This easy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo Skillet 30-minute meal is creamy and delicious!
Yield: 5
Prep time: PT10M
Cook time: PT20M

Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Oil
- 1 lb  Chicken Breast ((cut into bite-size pieces))
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1/2  Onion ((finely diced))
- 4  Garlic Cloves ((minced))
- 1 1/2 cups  Broccoli ((cut into small pieces))
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 1/2 cups Cheese ((1/2 cup of parmesan, 1 cup of cheddar))
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- Fresh Herbs ((basil, oregano, or parsley))

Instructions
1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces, for about 3 minutes per side. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Once the chicken is no longer pink, remove it from the skillet and place the chicken plus the juices on a plate. Cover.
2. Add the butter, onion, and broccoli to the skillet and cook until softened about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
3. Add the orzo pasta and toss to coat. Stir in the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until the orzo is tender, about 10-11 minutes. The orzo should soak up the chicken broth.
4. Stir in 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese and 1 cup of cheddar cheese and stir to melt. Add in cooked chicken and stir to coat.
5. Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice into the skillet and stir. Taste for seasonings and add more salt and pepper as needed.
6. Top with fresh herbs, if desired, and freshly grated parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.