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Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

A deliciously creamy and cheesy one-pot dish featuring orzo pasta and fresh broccoli, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 cup orzo uncooked
  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup onion diced
Dairy and Seasoning
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk for a lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Vegetables
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrots, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the broccoli florets and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Add Orzo and Broth
  1. Stir in the orzo, vegetable broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
Finish with Cheese and Cream
  1. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, you can include cooked chicken or other vegetables of your choice.

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