Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

Kiddies Broccoli Cheese and Chicken Orzo

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 2m
Cook Time: 13m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (26 Reviews)
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Nutritional Information

359
calories
9g
fat
38g
carbohydrates
30g
protein
77mg
cholesterol
655mg
sodium
Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

Recipe Description

I don’t even need an excuse to make this Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo. This recipe is a guaranteed hit, especially with my kids who love the cheesy-chicken combination and one way to get them to eat their green broccoli, and not just consume, but love it too! This is a fail proof recipe that you can even leave for your babysitter to make, if you’re not home for dinner prep!  

To make Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Cook orzo

    8 min
    Step 1 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli OrzoStep 1 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

    Cook 1¼ cups of orzo pasta according to package instructions.

  2. 2

    Heat broccoli and cheese

    5 min
    Step 2 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

    Heat 2 packages of broccoli and cheese sauce according to the package instructions.

  3. 3

    Cook chicken and onion

    6 min
    Step 3 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add 1½ pounds of chicken chunks, 1 medium chopped onion, ¾ teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until chicken is cooked in the center and no longer pink and the onion is translucent.

  4. 4

    Add orzo and broccoli

    2 min
    Step 4 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

    Stir in the cooked orzo and heated broccoli with cheese and mix until well combined.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Step 5 - Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo

    Serve hot and enjoy!

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About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (26 reviews)
Katherine Smith
June 10, 2025
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Awesome!

Fiona Lark
December 25, 2024
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Absolutely brilliant! My kids devoured it, and I loved how easy it was to whip up. Now broccoli is their fave! I made it for a dinner party, too, and it was a massive hit. Cheers!

Zara
July 30, 2024
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I made this Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo for my family last week, and it was a hit! My kids ate every bite, especially loving the cheesy part. It reminded me of family dinners with my mom. So thankful for this recipe!

Carla
December 7, 2023
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Super easy dinner! My kids couldn’t get enough of it and my husband asked for seconds! We made it together on a busy weeknight, and everyone had a blast cooking and eating. Absolutely love this recipe!

Kyle
October 15, 2023
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Super yum dish!

Eddie
October 15, 2023
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Super easy and so tasty, bro

Katy
October 14, 2023
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I tried this Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo and my nephews devoured it. Super easy, they even asked for seconds!

Hunny93
October 5, 2023
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This Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo is a total lifesaver! My kids gobbled it up, even the broccoli! Perfect for busy nights – I’m def making it again!

Rachel
October 5, 2023
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Kids loved it

JoyfulJ94
September 12, 2023
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Super tasty and kids loved it! Easy recipe.

Tina
February 11, 2022
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Absolutely loved it!

Ethan
September 8, 2021
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Awesome! This Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo was a smash hit at our dinner table. My kids usually turn up their noses at veggies, but with this dish, they were asking for seconds! Super easy to whip up after a long day. Can't wait to make it again!

Xander
December 29, 2020
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Absolutely scrumptious! My kids gobbled it up, not a brocolli left! We had it on a rainy evening, and it brought so much warmth and joy! Thanks for this brilliant recipe!

Kaya Streyle
May 3, 2020
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Swapped the meat out for pork instead of chicken because it's my second time making it, wonderful recipe.

Yamileth Serwe
May 3, 2020
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Kids gobbled this orzo and chicken up ASAP! Even the broccoli just because it had some extra cheese on it LOL!

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