Time 30m Yield 6 servings. Number Of Ingredients 7 Steps:

Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat broccoli with cheese sauce according to package directions., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, salt and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender. Drain orzo. Stir orzo and broccoli with cheese sauce into skillet; heat through.

Time 30m Number Of Ingredients 13 Steps:

Cube chicken breasts into bite size pieces and season with salt and pepper. In a sauté pan over medium heat, and add one tablespoon of olive oil. When hot, add chicken in a single layer and cook until heated to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, about 3-4 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Remove from pan, cover, and set aside. Add a tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, add onions, and cook until they begin to brown and turn translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, paprika, red pepper flakes, and orzo to the pan, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 5 minutes (or, consult your pasta’s package directions and cook to al dente, minus 5 minutes). Remove lid and add chopped broccoli. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing broccoli to steam and pasta to finish cooking. If all of the liquid is absorbed, add an additional 1/4 cup of water as needed. Remove lid and add heavy cream, shredded cheese, and cooked chicken. Stir to combine. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes on low, or until cheese has melted. Remove from heat and allow to set for 5 minutes to allow sauce to thicken before serving.

Time 26m Number Of Ingredients 8 Steps:

Bring broth and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in chicken and orzo and return to a boil, reduce heat to medium to medium-high heat and simmer for 6 minutes, add broccoli and simmer for about 6 minutes longer, or until pasta and broccoli are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper and cheese. Serve immediately.

Number Of Ingredients 7 Steps:

cook orzo according to package cook broccoli and cheese sauce according to package In a large skillet heat butter over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, salt and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no linger pink and onion is tender. Drain orzo, stir orzo and broccoli with cheese sauce into skillet; heat through

Time 40m Yield 4 to 6 servings Number Of Ingredients 9 Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk together the oil, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the drumsticks and toss to coat in the spice mixture. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and roast, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crisp and golden and the drumsticks register 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 30 to 35 minutes. Meanwhile, bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the broccoli, orzo, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the orzo is al dente and the broccoli begins to get very soft, about 15 minutes. If the pan starts to look too dry, add another splash of chicken broth. Stir in the Parmesan, then use the back of a wooden spoon to slightly mash the broccoli, breaking it up into very small pieces. Serve the drumsticks over the broccoli orzo and garnish with more Parmesan.

Time 50m Yield 8 Number Of Ingredients 9 Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch dish. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add chicken and continue to boil until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, combine broccoli, cream of chicken soup, Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well. Drain chicken and add to broccoli mixture. Mix well. Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Add remaining Parmesan cheese on top and continue to bake until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Time 50m Yield 4 servings Number Of Ingredients 12 Steps:

Season chicken thighs on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron or stainless steel), heat olive oil over medium-high. Cook the chicken, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Flip and cook until golden on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside. Decrease heat to medium, add butter and lemon slices, and cook until the lemons release their juices and start to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the plate with the chicken. Add broccoli, orzo, thyme, garlic and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is lightly toasted and the broccoli is bright green, about 5 minutes. Deglaze with the wine and cook until the liquid is mostly absorbed, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the broth and lemon slices to the skillet, then add the chicken thighs, skin-side up, along with any liquid from the plate. Cover the skillet and continue cooking until the orzo is tender, most of the liquid is absorbed, and the chicken is cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes. If you want to add a little texture and crunch to the dish, uncover and continue to cook until browned and crisp on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Number Of Ingredients 7 Steps:

Add orzo to a large pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 3 minutes then add chopped broccoli and cook for 2 more minutes, or until orzo is tender. Drain well (broccoli florets are notorious for holding onto water) then return to the pot. Add cheeses, butter, and 1/4 cup milk then stir well and add more milk if needed. Season with salt to taste.

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Time 28m Yield 5 Number Of Ingredients 7 Steps:

Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in chicken and saute until the surface of the chicken loses most of its pink color. Add the broccoli; stir to coat. Stir in orzo. Pour in the chicken stock and Ragu® Classic Alfredo Sauce. Stir well. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until orzo is cooked, about 12 minutes. Turn off heat and uncover. Stir and allow to rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.