Creamy One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Orzo with Turkey Bacon Delight
A rich and creamy one-pot dish combining broccoli, cheddar, and orzo with the addition of crispy turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot, sautéing until translucent.
- Stir in orzo, broccoli, chicken broth, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until orzo is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, omit turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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