Best Chicken Drumsticks With Broccoli Orzo Recipes

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CHEESY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI ORZO



Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo image

Broccoli and rice casserole tops my family's comfort food list, but when we need something fast, this is the stuff. Chicken and veggie orzo cooked on the stovetop speeds everything up. -Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen broccoli with cheese sauce
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat broccoli with cheese sauce according to package directions., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, salt and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and onion is tender. Drain orzo. Stir orzo and broccoli with cheese sauce into skillet; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 655mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ORZO



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This Chicken and Broccoli Orzo is a super quick 20-minute dinner recipe that's creamy, a little bit cheesy, and totally satisfying.

Provided by Tracy

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces (about 1 ⅓ cup) orzo
12 ounces broccoli florets (chopped)
2 tablespoons (28g) butter
2 cloves garlic (chopped or minced)
¼ cup heavy cream, half and half, or milk
½ cup (2oz) shredded Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
2 cups warm cooked chicken (diced or shredded*)
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking time, add broccoli. When timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to remove broccoli and transfer to a plate. Drain the orzo and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add drained pasta, cream, and Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chicken and then gently fold in broccoli.
  • Serve, top with more Parmesan cheese if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SKILLET CHICKEN THIGHS WITH BROCCOLI AND ORZO



Skillet Chicken Thighs With Broccoli and Orzo image

A one-pan meal is always a good option for a weeknight. This one is nice and bright because of the white wine and lemon, and rich from the olive oil and butter. You can save on prep time by using precut fresh or even frozen broccoli florets to get dinner on the table even faster. For those who like crispy bits, keep the skillet on the stove for a little bit longer so that the orzo browns where it meets the pan, as it would in a paella or fideuà.

Provided by Aaron Hutcherson

Categories     dinner, noodles, one pot, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), patted dry
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 lemon, thinly sliced and seeds removed
12 ounces broccoli florets, cut into smaller pieces if larger (about 4 cups)
8 ounces dried orzo (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Season chicken thighs on both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron or stainless steel), heat olive oil over medium-high. Cook the chicken, skin-side down, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. Flip and cook until golden on the other side, about 5 minutes more. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Decrease heat to medium, add butter and lemon slices, and cook until the lemons release their juices and start to brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the plate with the chicken.
  • Add broccoli, orzo, thyme, garlic and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is lightly toasted and the broccoli is bright green, about 5 minutes.
  • Deglaze with the wine and cook until the liquid is mostly absorbed, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the broth and lemon slices to the skillet, then add the chicken thighs, skin-side up, along with any liquid from the plate. Cover the skillet and continue cooking until the orzo is tender, most of the liquid is absorbed, and the chicken is cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes.
  • If you want to add a little texture and crunch to the dish, uncover and continue to cook until browned and crisp on the bottom, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm.

CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS WITH BROCCOLI ORZO



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This is an all-in-one-meal that will ensure your kids eat their vegetables. The broccoli and orzo cook together, so it's impossible to eat the pasta without the broccoli. The chicken drumsticks are tossed in a kid-friendly spice mix and then baked in the oven. This will become your go-to, easy weeknight, kid-approved dinner.

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken drumsticks
2 1/4 cups chicken broth, plus more if needed
2 cups small broccoli florets, stems finely chopped
3/4 cup orzo
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the oil, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the drumsticks and toss to coat in the spice mixture. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and roast, flipping halfway through, until the skin is crisp and golden and the drumsticks register 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the broccoli, orzo, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the orzo is al dente and the broccoli begins to get very soft, about 15 minutes. If the pan starts to look too dry, add another splash of chicken broth. Stir in the Parmesan, then use the back of a wooden spoon to slightly mash the broccoli, breaking it up into very small pieces.
  • Serve the drumsticks over the broccoli orzo and garnish with more Parmesan.

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