Description
One Pot Broccoli Cheese Orzo is a creamy and comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta, vibrant broccoli, and melted cheddar cheese all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy recipe delivers a delicious meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp agar-agar (for thickening)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in the orzo and cook for approximately 7 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until bright and tender.
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper; stir well.
- Reduce heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese and agar-agar until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg