Skillet Chicken Thighs: Juicy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Delight
Deliciously juicy skillet chicken thighs served with creamy broccoli cheddar orzo, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the chicken thighs in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the orzo and chicken broth to the skillet, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add broccoli, cooking until the orzo is tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken thighs for an hour before cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with orzo
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg