Description
Easy Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Bites with orzo and Broccolini is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, a rich garlic-Parmesan sauce, fluffy orzo, and vibrant broccolini. This easy-to-make dish not only delivers exceptional flavor but also adds a pop of color to your table, making it perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups broccolini, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, melt butter and mix in minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in grated Parmesan until well combined.
- Boil water in a pot, add orzo, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In the prepared baking dish, combine chicken pieces with the garlic-Parmesan sauce. Add cooked orzo and broccolini; mix well.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and broccolini is tender-crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg