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One-Pan Dump and Bake Chicken Broccoli Orzo Casserole
Another one where nothing gets precooked. Orzo, chicken, and broccoli go into the pan with broth and cream of chicken, and the oven does the rest.
It is the weeknight dinner I fall back on when the day got away from me. Five minutes of assembly, then it is out of my hands.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 401kcal
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon powder
- 1/2 tsp parsley flakes
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp rosemary
- 1/4 tsp thyme
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
- 1/2 box orzo pasta 8 oz, uncooked
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Grease an 8×10 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Add chicken broth, can of cream of chicken soup, and all spices to the baking dish. Whisk together until combined. Stir in broccoli, cooked shredded chicken, and uncooked orzo. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover after 30 minutes and stir gently with a fork. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and bake uncovered for another 5 minutes. Turn on the broiler for another 2 minutes to create a crispy, brown topping. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 849mg | Potassium: 327mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 236mg | Iron: 2mg
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Tips for Making This Recipe
- Cut the chicken and broccoli to similar sizes so nothing is over or underdone.
- Cover tightly for the first stretch so the orzo can steam.
- Add the broccoli partway through if you want it with more bite.
- Stir once so the orzo does not stick to the bottom.
- Let it rest five minutes after baking. It thickens as it sits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen broccoli?
Yes. Add it straight from frozen and expect a little extra liquid in the pan.
What if the top browns too fast?
Tent it with foil and keep baking until the orzo is tender.
Can I swap the cream of chicken?
Yes. Use cream of mushroom, or make a quick roux with broth and cream.
How do leftovers hold up?
Well, though the orzo absorbs liquid. Reheat with a splash of broth or milk.
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