Skillet Chicken Thighs with Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Recipe
A delightful one-pan meal featuring juicy skillet chicken thighs served with creamy broccoli cheddar orzo. This dish is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Thighs:
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4 large thighs)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the Orzo:
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz dried orzo
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 pound broccoli florets, cut into smaller pieces
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Thighs: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown in olive oil in a skillet. Set aside.
- Cook the Orzo: Sauté onion, then toast orzo. Add garlic, chicken broth, and deglaze the skillet. Return chicken thighs to simmer.
- Finish the Dish: Add broccoli, cook until chicken is done and broccoli is tender. Remove chicken. Mix orzo, broccoli, and cheese. Season to taste.
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding additional vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Feel free to sprinkle some fresh herbs like parsley or thyme over the dish before serving for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Skillet Chicken Thighs, Broccoli Cheddar Orzo, One-Pan Meal, Comfort Food
