Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

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Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 carrot, grated
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 cup orzo
• 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
• 2 cups chopped broccoli
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces freshly grated cheddar cheese
• Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook through, then set aside.
2. Saute the vegetables: Melt the butter in the pot. Cook the onion and carrot for about 5 minutes, then stir in the garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Season to taste.
3. Cook the orzo: Add the stock, orzo, and bouillon. Bring to a boil and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add broccoli: Add the broccoli, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Finish: Return the chicken to the pot. Stir in the cream and cheddar until smooth. Cover and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, until the orzo is tender.

Notes

• Source: Hayleigh Luttmers on TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTUD799fj/