Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo: Easy Turkey Bacon Delight
Discover the delightful flavors of Monterey Chicken One Pan Orzo, a delicious recipe featuring turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pound turkey bacon
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté garlic and onion powder for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the orzo and cook until al dente.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, broccoli, and cooked turkey bacon.
- Top with Monterey Jack cheese and let it melt before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs and spices to your preference.
- Substitute chicken for turkey bacon if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Monterey Chicken, One Pan Orzo, Easy Turkey Bacon