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creamy orzo with chicken, broccoli, carrots, and cauliflower in a large pot with a wooden serving spoon

Easy Creamy Chicken Orzo With California Medley (One-Pot Meal!)

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Creamy chicken orzo with California medley blend of veggies is a perfect no–fuss, one-pot meal that your whole family will love.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken (or cooked chicken), shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bag frozen California Medley mix (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)
  • 1 cup cream
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the rotisserie chicken to the pot and cook for a few minutes to warm through.
  • Add the California mix to the pot and mix well with the chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and cream, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the orzo to the pot and cook according to the package instructions until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.