Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Orzo Bake

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190 °C) (190°C (375 °F)).

2. 2

   Cook the chicken: You can use a rotisserie chicken or cook down your own chicken breasts in a large pot until fully cooked. Once cooked, shred or dice the chicken and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same pot used for the chicken, bring water to a boil. Add the orzo and the broccoli florets to the boiling water. Cook until the orzo is al dente, then drain.

4. 4

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, heavy cream, sour cream, parmesan cheese, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

5. 5

   Season the liquid mixture well with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

6. 6

   Add the cooked chicken, cooked orzo, and cooked broccoli into the bowl with the cream mixture. Stir until everything is thoroughly combined and coated in sauce.

7. 7

   Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

8. 8

   Top the casserole with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and the crushed Ritz crackers (optionally tossed with melted butter).

9. 9

   Bake at 375°F (190 °C) for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the cracker topping is golden brown.

   Start 20-minute timer