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One-Pan Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
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One-Pan Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

20 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • olive oilPantry15 ml
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • onion (small, finely chopped (or 2 shallots))Produce1 piece
  • orzo (gluten-free if needed)Grains225 g
  • chicken broth (vegetable broth works too)Pantry600 ml
  • broccoli floretsProduce200 g
  • cheddar cheese (shredded)Dairy100 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices2 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

299kcal

Carbs
44 g
Proteins
11 g
Fat
9 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Stovetop

step by step

Method

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic

    • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
    • Add the onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
    Step 1
  2. Simmer the orzo and broccoli

    • Stir in the broccoli, orzo and chicken broth.
    • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
    • Let simmer until the orzo is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
    Step 2
  3. Melt in the cheddar

    • Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Step 3
  4. Optional golden finish

    • Sprinkle extra cheese on top.
    • Broil for a minute or two until golden and bubbly.
    Step 4