Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
Enjoy this creamy one-pot broccoli cheddar orzo that’s quick to prepare and perfect for busy nights. Try it today and savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and toast for 1 minute. Stir in the orzo pasta and toast for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, add broccoli, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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