One-Pan Cheesy Broccoli-Cheddar Orzo

• servings: 8 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

3 tbsp. unsalted butter

1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 lb. broccoli (about 2 medium heads), finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 lb. orzo

4 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

3/4 c. whole milk

2 c. shredded sharp cheddar (from an 8-oz. block)

Sliced chives, for serving

Directions

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes.

Add broccoli and cook, stirring, until florets are crisp and bright green, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add orzo and cook, stirring constantly, until starting to look toasty, about 1 minute.

Stir in broth; season with salt. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil, scraping any browned bits on bottom of pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 7 minutes. Stir in milk, return to a simmer, and cook, stirring frequently, until creamy and orzo is cooked through, about 1 minute more.

Remove from heat and stir in cheddar. Let sit until cheese is melted and thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir again to combine, then top with chives.

Nutrition

• Calories: 354
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 21 mg
• Sodium: 869 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 50 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6 g
• Total Sugars: 6 g
• Protein: 15 g