<\/p>\n
Ingredients<\/p>\n
Meat:
\n\u2022 1 chicken breast, diced<\/p>\n
Produce:
\n\u2022 2 cups small broccoli florets
\n\u2022 3 cloves garlic, minced
\n\u2022 1 shallot, finely chopped<\/p>\n
Canned Goods:
\n\u2022 2 \u00bd cups chicken broth<\/p>\n
Pasta & Grains:
\n\u2022 1 cup orzo<\/p>\n
Baking & Spices:
\n\u2022 1 tbsp avocado oil
\n\u2022 \u00bd tsp black pepper
\n\u2022 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
\n\u2022 \u00bc tsp salt<\/p>\n
Dairy:
\n\u2022 2 tbsp butter
\n\u2022 3 oz cheddar cheese, shredded<\/p>\n
Instructions<\/p>\n
Cook the Chicken:
\nHeat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
\nAdd diced chicken, season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.<\/p>\n
Saut\u00e9 the Aromatics:
\nIn the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
\nAdd shallot and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.<\/p>\n
Cook the Orzo:
\nStir in orzo and toast for 1 minute.
\nPour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
\nCook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.<\/p>\n
Add Broccoli & Chicken:
\nStir in broccoli florets and return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
\nCover and let cook for 3-4 minutes, until broccoli is tender.<\/p>\n
Melt the Cheese & Serve:
\nStir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
\nRemove from heat and serve warm!<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udd25 Pro Tip: Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or red pepper flakes for extra flavor!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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