# Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

A high-protein, one-pan dish that tastes like a creamy, cozy blend of broccoli cheddar soup and mac & cheese, perfect for weeknights.

- Cuisine: American
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 0.5 cup onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- to taste salt
- to taste paprika
- to taste onion powder
- to taste Italian seasoning
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups broccoli, chopped
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese

## Instructions

1. Melt butter over medium heat in a large pan.
2. Add chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic to the pan.
3. Sauté the vegetables until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Season with salt, paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to taste.
5. Stir in the orzo pasta and toast for 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
7. Stir in the chopped broccoli.
8. Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the orzo is tender and the broccoli is cooked.
9. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
10. Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
11. Serve hot.

## Equipment

- large pan

## Tips

- Use protein orzo for extra nutrition.
- Everything comes together in one pan, making it weeknight-friendly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Serve hot on its own or paired with roasted chicken.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJbpjb0OSNw/?igsh=MTRkYW1xY2oxcm56Mw==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/6f034724-2f2b-43ab-a430-b63abff8765b
- Extracted: 2025-07-07

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