Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Orzo Recipe
This easy Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Orzo is made with tender, seasoned chicken breast, broccoli, carrots, and orzo pasta tossed in a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce.
Equipment
- 6 QT Crockpot
Ingredients
- 1.5 Pounds Chicken Breast
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ Onion, diced
- ½ Cup Carrot, shredded
- ⅕ Cups Chicken Broth
- 2 Cups Broccoli Florets, chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 Cup Orzo
- ½ Cup Heavy Cream
- 2 Cups Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite sized pieces and season them with salt, peppe and garlic powder.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the crockpot along with the diced onion, shredded carrots, and chicken broth. Stir everything together.
- Cover and cook on LOW for about 3–4 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Stir in the uncooked orzo, broccoli heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
- Taste and adjust the salt, pepper, and garlic powder as needed. Let everything sit for a few minutes to thicken before serving. Enjoy!