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Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

This broccoli cheddar orzo is a delicious one-pot recipe that is a great side dish for beef, chicken, pork and fish. It's loaded with tender broccoli florets, pasta, seasonings, and sharp cheddar cheese.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli Cheddar Orzo, Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Pasta, One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
Servings: 6 Servings
Author: Deliciously Seasoned

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 10.75 ounce cream chicken soup
  • 32 ounce vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 12 ounce fresh broccoli florets approximately 4 cups, cut into smaller pieces
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or pot, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onions and orzo and cook until onions are tender and then add garlic. Cook for an additional minute or two.
  • Next, add seasonings, pepper, soup, broth, water, and broccoli. Stir to combine. Simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender, stirring frequently.
  • Once the orzo is soft, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and let it melt. Stir to combine and serve hot.

Notes

Recipe inspired from The Salty Marshmallow