Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Pasta
Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Pasta is a flavorful side dish recipe that’s easy to make with basic ingredients. A delicious pasta that will complement chicken, beef, seafood and more!
Servings: 6
Calories: 282kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add orzo, carrots, onion, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper and cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and toss until coated and combined.
- Stir in the broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 7 minutes or until the orzo is just al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add the half and half and cheddar cheese, stirring until combined.
- Simmer until a cheesy sauce forms and the orzo and vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
Notes
Yield: 4 ½ cups – 6 servings (3/4 cup per serving)
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 303mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4327IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 1mg