Dinner for 6

Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Orzo

Name: Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Orzo
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 1 cup finely diced carrots; 1/2 cups yellow onion; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 cloves garlic; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 tsp kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (optional); 2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

$7.01for 430 minServes 6

Chicken and orzo simmer with broccoli in broth and cream, then finish with melted cheddar in one pan.

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What it costs

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Ingredient	Amount	Cost
	Butter, 1 oz$0.40/oz typical	1 oz	$0.40Typical price
	Carrots, 0.3 lb$1.09/lb typical	0.3 lb	$0.31Typical price
	Onions, 0.15 lb$1.29/lb typical	0.15 lb	$0.20Typical price
	Chicken breast, 1 lb$3.49/lb typical	1 lb	$3.49Typical price
	Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical	0.25	$0.15Typical price
	Pasta, 3.5 oz$0.10/oz typical	3.5 oz	$0.35Typical price
	Broth, 21 oz$0.07/oz typical	21 oz	$1.45Typical price
	Heavy cream, 4.25 oz$0.22/oz typical	4.25 oz	$0.91Typical price
	Broccoli, 0.4 lb$1.99/lb typical	0.4 lb	$0.75Typical price
	Cheddar and shredded cheese, 8 oz$0.30/oz typical	8 oz	$2.40Typical price
Total for the servings shown		$10.51

Swaps

Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
Swap carrots for sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
Swap cheddar and shredded cheese for mozzarellaabout the same price

Pantry staples you likely have

Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends

Not included in the cost.

30 minstart to table
Mediumdifficulty
6servings as written
$typical cost tier

American High-protein Budget Family Dinners One-pot

Typical price

$1.75 per serving$7.01 for 4

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Ingredients

2 tbsp butter
1 cup finely diced carrots
1/2 cups yellow onion
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tsp kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (optional)
2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

Steps

Melt the butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat and cook the carrots and onion for 4 minutes.
Cut the chicken into small pieces, add it with the garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, and heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the skillet and cook for 8 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Add the broccoli, cover, and cook for 5 minutes until the orzo is tender and the chicken reaches 165 F.
Stir in the cheddar until melted, then rest the dish for 2 minutes.

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