Description
A delightful blend of flavors, this creamy and cheesy High Protein Chicken Orzo is quick to make and perfect for busy nights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Toss in your asparagus and sauté until it becomes tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add your cooked chicken along with garlic powder and onion powder, cooking for 2 more minutes.
- Stir in orzo and chicken broth, bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For added freshness, serve with a side salad or crusty bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: high protein, chicken orzo, quick dinner, creamy pasta