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Skillet Chicken Thighs with Broccoli Cheddar Orzo is delicious!

This one-skillet wonder combines tender chicken thighs with creamy broccoli cheddar orzo for a comforting, rich, and cheesy dinner made in under an hour.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Method
 

  1. Season chicken thighs with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side until golden; remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add orzo and garlic powder; toast for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and milk; bring to a simmer.
  6. Add broccoli and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until orzo is tender.
  7. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  8. Return chicken to skillet and cook for 5 more minutes, covered.
  9. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add red pepper flakes for heat.
  • Use pre-cooked chicken to speed up the recipe.
  • Orzo can be replaced with small pasta shells.

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