Orzo with Chicken and Asiago

Health score
17%
Orzo with Chicken and Asiago
45 min.
4
361kcal

Suggestions

This orzo with chicken and Asiago recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy weekend dinner. It's a hearty and comforting dish that combines the creaminess of Asiago cheese with the savory flavors of chicken and herbs.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the Asiago cheese, which adds a sharp and nutty flavor to the orzo. The cheese is divided and added at two different stages of the cooking process, ensuring a creamy texture and a burst of flavor in every bite. The chicken breast pieces are cooked to perfection, and the orzo pasta adds a satisfying bite, making this dish a complete meal in itself.

With a ready time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something delicious and homemade but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. It's also a versatile dish that can be adapted to your taste preferences and dietary needs. Feel free to add more vegetables or experiment with different types of cheese to make it your own.

Whether you're looking for a comforting side dish or a hearty main course, this orzo with chicken and Asiago recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the beauty of combining a few humble ingredients to create something truly special.

Ingredients

  • ounces asiago cheese divided grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • 16 ounce fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free canned
  • 1.3 cups orzo pasta (rice-shaped uncooked
  • cup peas green frozen thawed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 12 ounces chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Combine water and broth in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil.
  2. Add chicken and pasta; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in peas, 1/4 cup cheese, salt, herbs, and pepper. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories361kcal
Protein36.05%
Fat17.62%
Carbs46.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.83
Glycemic Load
15.6
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.119565217391%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:360.5kcal
18.03%
Fat:6.91g
10.63%
Saturated Fat:2.97g
18.53%
Carbohydrates:40.88g
13.63%
Net Carbohydrates:37.3g
13.56%
Sugar:3.59g
3.99%
Cholesterol:64.07mg
21.36%
Sodium:942.47mg
40.98%
Protein:31.82g
63.64%
Selenium:63.18µg
90.26%
Vitamin B3:11.1mg
55.49%
Phosphorus:417.3mg
41.73%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.7%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.75%
Calcium:197.75mg
19.77%
Vitamin C:15.52mg
18.82%
Magnesium:67.01mg
16.75%
Vitamin B5:1.65mg
16.53%
Potassium:555.64mg
15.88%
Fiber:3.58g
14.34%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.77%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.65%
Zinc:2.02mg
13.49%
Copper:0.26mg
12.94%
Iron:1.74mg
9.67%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.45%
Folate:37.56µg
9.39%
Vitamin K:9.55µg
9.1%
Vitamin A:414.07IU
8.28%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.95%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes