Best 8 Chicken And Broccoli Alfredo Orzo Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors presented by our remarkable Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Orzo recipe, an exquisite dish that masterfully combines tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a velvety Alfredo sauce, all harmoniously intertwined with delectable orzo pasta. Furthermore, this culinary journey offers a delightful array of additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds, including a zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Orzo packed with tangy flavors, a satisfying Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells bursting with savory goodness, and an irresistible Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta that marries the vibrant flavors of pesto with succulent chicken. Embark on a culinary adventure that will gratify your palate and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ORZO



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This Chicken and Broccoli Orzo is a super quick 20-minute dinner recipe that's creamy, a little bit cheesy, and totally satisfying.

Provided by Tracy

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces (about 1 ⅓ cup) orzo
12 ounces broccoli florets (chopped)
2 tablespoons (28g) butter
2 cloves garlic (chopped or minced)
¼ cup heavy cream, half and half, or milk
½ cup (2oz) shredded Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
2 cups warm cooked chicken (diced or shredded*)
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking time, add broccoli. When timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to remove broccoli and transfer to a plate. Drain the orzo and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add drained pasta, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chicken and then gently fold in broccoli.
  • Serve, top with more Parmesan cheese if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

ONE POT CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO ORZO



One Pot Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Orzo image

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Orzo is an easy One Pot Recipe. The easy chicken alfredo pasta recipe made with jar sauce for convenience.

Provided by Robin Gagnon

Categories     Main Course

Time 28m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 tablespoon butter or olive oil
1 clove of garlic (minced)
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite sized pieces)
2 cups of fresh broccoli florets
8 oz orzo pasta (typically 1/2 a package)
2 cups low sodium chicken stock
24 oz Alfredo Sauce

Steps:

  • Melt butter in skillet over medium high heat. Once hot add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute.
  • Add chicken and sauté until most of the outside of chicken is cooked, a little pink is fine.
  • Add the broccoli, stir to coat, then add orzo. Stir again.
  • Pour in the chicken stock and Alfredo Sauce. Stir well. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for approximately 12 minutes, until orzo is cooked.
  • Turn off the burner and uncover. Stir, season with salt and pepper. Allow to rest for 1-2 minutes before serving. Top with grated Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719 kcal, Carbohydrate 53 g, Protein 41 g, Fat 37 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Sodium 1366 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI ORZO



Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo image

Broccoli and rice casserole tops my family's comfort food list, but when we need something fast, this is the stuff. Chicken and veggie orzo cooked on the stovetop speeds everything up. -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen broccoli with cheese sauce
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat broccoli with cheese sauce according to package directions., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, salt and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender. Drain orzo. Stir orzo and broccoli with cheese sauce into skillet; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SKILLET CHICKEN THIGHS WITH BROCCOLI AND ORZO



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A one-pan meal is always a good option for a weeknight. This one is nice and bright because of the white wine and lemon, and rich from the olive oil and butter. You can save on prep time by using precut fresh or even frozen broccoli florets to get dinner on the table even faster. For those who like crispy bits, keep the skillet on the stove for a little bit longer so that the orzo browns where it meets the pan, as it would in a paella or fideuà.

Provided by Aaron Hutcherson

Categories     dinner, noodles, one pot, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), patted dry
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lemon, thinly sliced and seeds removed
12 ounces broccoli florets, cut into smaller pieces if larger (about 4 cups)
8 ounces dried orzo (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Season chicken thighs on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron or stainless steel), heat olive oil over medium-high. Cook the chicken, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Flip and cook until golden on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Decrease heat to medium, add butter and lemon slices, and cook until the lemons release their juices and start to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the plate with the chicken.
  • Add broccoli, orzo, thyme, garlic and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is lightly toasted and the broccoli is bright green, about 5 minutes.
  • Deglaze with the wine and cook until the liquid is mostly absorbed, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the broth and lemon slices to the skillet, then add the chicken thighs, skin-side up, along with any liquid from the plate. Cover the skillet and continue cooking until the orzo is tender, most of the liquid is absorbed, and the chicken is cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • If you want to add a little texture and crunch to the dish, uncover and continue to cook until browned and crisp on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI FETTUCCINE ALFREDO WITH HOMEMADE FETTUCCINE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (about 8 ounces), plus extra if needed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 large eggs plus 2 yolks
1 pound broccoli florets, large pieces cut in half or quartered
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon zest (2 lemons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3 small breasts)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (4 cloves)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups half-and-half
1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (1 lemon)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the homemade fettuccine: Combine the flour and salt in a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook. Add the eggs and yolks and mix on medium speed. Turn the mixer off and scrape down the sides of the bowl, pushing the flour towards the center. Continue to mix on medium speed, repeating these steps until the dough comes together into a ball. If the dough sticks to the sides of the bowl, add flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it forms a cohesive ball. Knead the dough on medium-high for 3 to 4 minutes. When the dough is smooth, bright yellow in color and bounces back when pressed, transfer it to a lightly floured work surface. Knead by hand a few more times and then form into a ball. The dough should feel moist but not sticky; knead in more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, as necessary. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours but no more than 4 hours.
  • Fit the stand mixer with the pasta roller attachment and set to the widest setting (No. 1). Position the stand mixer with 2 to 3 feet of counter space to the left. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide into three portions. Work with one piece of dough at time, keeping the rest under plastic wrap so it doesn't dry out.
  • With your fingers, press a portion of the dough into a roughly 5-by-2 1/2-inch rectangle. Dust lightly with flour on both sides. Turn the mixer onto low speed and feed the dough through the roller with the 2 1/2-inch parallel to the roller. Next, fold the two ends of the dough into the center so they just meet and then fold one half over the other so the dough closes like a book; this is called laminating the dough. Use your fingers to seal the two edges together, then once again shape the dough into a 5-by-2 1/2-inch rectangle. Dust the dough with flour and feed it through the roller a second time. Repeat by laminating the dough one more time and feeding it through the roller. Dust with flour and feed through the roller three more times, dust with more flour as needed.
  • Adjust the roller to setting No. 3 and feed the dough through the roller twice. Adjust to setting No. 5 and feed the dough through two more times. At this point the dough will be over a foot long. Use your right hand to feed the dough through the roller and your left hand to catch the dough. Always be very gentle with the dough to prevent tearing. Be sure to feed the dough through the machine so that it does not fold onto itself. You can make small adjustments to how the dough is entering the roller by gently guiding it to the left or right. If the dough is too long to handle, simply cut it in half and work with a smaller portion.
  • Finally, adjust the roller to setting No. 7 and feed the dough through another two times. After the dough has gone through the roller for the last time, dust it all over with flour and then fold it over itself and hold under a piece of plastic wrap. Repeat these steps with the remaining two pieces of dough.
  • Replace the roller attachment with the fettucine cutter attachment. Dust a baking sheet with flour. Cut the rolled dough into 12-inch pieces and feed through the fettucine cutter on low speed. Twist the fettucine into a nest and place on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap while you cut the remaining dough. Lightly dust the tops of the fettucine nests with flour, cover with slightly dampened paper towel and then with plastic wrap. Hold at room temperature for no more than an hour or the pasta will dry out. (Makes 1 pound pasta dough.)
  • For the chicken and broccoli alfredo: Place a baking sheet in the oven and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Mix the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 1 teaspoon of the lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Add the broccoli to the preheated baking sheet and roast until the lightly charred and tender, 18 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Season with salt so that the water tastes like the ocean.
  • Heat a 12-inch, high-sided pan over medium heat. Add the butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. When the butter is melted, add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side. If the chicken has browned on both sides but isn't cooked through yet, remove to a baking sheet and finish in the oven. Let cool and then cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • To the same pan, add the minced garlic; cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the flour and stir to combine, scraping up the dark bits from the bottom of the pan. Whisk in 1 cup of the half-and-half, making sure the flour is completely combined, without any lumps. Whisk in the remaining 3 cups half-and-half, bring to a boil and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. When the mixture has thickened around the edges, but before your whisk leaves a trail behind it, add the remaining 1 teaspoon lemon zest and the Asiago and Parmesan, and whisk to combine. Turn the heat to low and season with salt and pepper. The sauce should have the consistency of a thick soup. If the sauce thickens too much, add a little of the pasta water to thin it out. Add the chicken and broccoli to the cheese sauce and hold over low heat.
  • Meanwhile, cook to the pasta: Separate the strands of pasta on the baking sheet and add them to the boiling water. Cook for 30 seconds, or until the pasta floats to the top. Drain and add to the cheese sauce. Add the lemon juice and toss to combine. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: salt, penne pasta, broccoli floret, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pepper, butter, garlic, heavy cream, salt, nutmeg, black pepper, grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flake

Provided by Hector Gomez

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

salt, to taste
8 oz penne pasta
2 cups broccoli floret
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
pepper, to taste
¼ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
red pepper flake, to garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a quart (950 ML) of water in a large pot to a boil over high heat, and salt to taste.
  • Cook pasta for 8 minutes, or until slightly underdone.
  • Add broccoli to pasta and simmer for 4 minutes with the lid on.
  • Strain the pasta and broccoli in a colander, and run cold water over to prevent the broccoli from over cooking.
  • Heat the olive oil in the pot over medium-high heat, and add the chicken. Season the chicken with season salt and pepper.
  • Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and set aside.
  • Add the butter to the pot, and melt it. Once butter is fully melted, add in garlic and stir continuously for 10 seconds.
  • Add the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir often, and cook until sauce starts to bubble slightly.
  • Once the sauce is bubbling and begins to cook down, add in Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Add in the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli, and stir until fully combined.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese or red chili flakes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 828 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH BROCCOLI ORZO



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This is an all-in-one-meal that will ensure your kids eat their vegetables. The broccoli and orzo cook together, so it's impossible to eat the pasta without the broccoli. The chicken drumsticks are tossed in a kid-friendly spice mix and then baked in the oven. This will become your go-to, easy weeknight, kid-approved dinner.

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken drumsticks
2 1/4 cups chicken broth, plus more if needed
2 cups small broccoli florets, stems finely chopped
3/4 cup orzo
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the oil, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the drumsticks and toss to coat in the spice mixture. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and roast, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crisp and golden and the drumsticks register 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the broccoli, orzo, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the orzo is al dente and the broccoli begins to get very soft, about 15 minutes. If the pan starts to look too dry, add another splash of chicken broth. Stir in the Parmesan, then use the back of a wooden spoon to slightly mash the broccoli, breaking it up into very small pieces.
  • Serve the drumsticks over the broccoli orzo and garnish with more Parmesan.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO



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Linguini is mixed with pieces of tender chicken and broccoli flowerets and coated with a rich, satiny Alfredo sauce featuring Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup to make a quick and fabulous dish.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Campbell's Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ (16 ounce) package linguine
1 cup fresh or frozen broccoli flowerets
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (Regular, 98% Fat Free or 25% Less Sodium)
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Add broccoli for last 4 minutes of cooking time. Drain.
  • Heat butter in skillet. Cook chicken until browned, stirring often.
  • Add soup, milk, cheese, black pepper and linguine mixture and heat through. Serve with additional Parmesan cheese.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: As with most recipes, having all of your ingredients prepped and measured before you start cooking will make the process much smoother and more enjoyable. For this recipe, that means chopping the broccoli, chicken, and garlic; grating the Parmesan cheese; and measuring out the orzo and Alfredo sauce.
  • Cook the orzo according to the package directions: This will typically involve boiling the orzo in salted water for 10-12 minutes, or until it is al dente. Be sure to drain the orzo well before adding it to the sauce.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken: If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will not cook evenly and will likely end up steamed instead of seared. Cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
  • Use a good quality Alfredo sauce: The Alfredo sauce is a key component of this dish, so it's important to use a sauce that you enjoy the taste of. You can use a store-bought Alfredo sauce or make your own from scratch.
  • Season the dish to taste: Once the dish is assembled, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add additional salt, pepper, garlic powder, or Italian seasoning.

Conclusion:

This chicken and broccoli Alfredo orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. It's perfect for busy families or anyone who is looking for a quick and tasty dinner. The combination of tender chicken, broccoli, creamy Alfredo sauce, and orzo is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve this dish with a side of garlic bread or a salad for a complete meal.

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