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Easy Creamy One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Recipe

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Creamy One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy nights. This recipe combines tender orzo pasta, fresh broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese in one pot for easy cleanup and rich flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional Freshly ground black pepper and extra cheddar for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the diced onion until it turns translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and garlic powder and cook for an additional minute, then stir in the orzo pasta and toast it for 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the broth and bring it to a boil before reducing the heat to simmer, then add the broccoli florets, cover the pot, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the pot from heat and mix in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to your liking and garnish with extra cheddar and black pepper if desired before serving warm.

Notes

  • Lighter Option Use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream
  • Vegetable Swap Substitute broccoli with spinach peas or kale
  • Spicy Kick Add red pepper flakes or a squeeze of lemon juice

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