eCook Meal
Creamy Chicken & Orzo
with charred broccoli & grated Italian-style hard cheese
When you’re low on time but your food expectations are high, this pasta dish sets the standard in time-efficient tastiness. A creamy basil pesto-infused sauce coats al dente orzo pasta and golden chicken, spiced with NOMU Italian Rub. Finished with charred broccoli.
Serving guide
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PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the orzo. Cook the orzo until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
BROCCOLI
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli until lightly charred, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a splash of water, cover with a lid, and simmer until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until cooked through, 8-10 minutes (shifting halfway). Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Coat the Chicken with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside.
TIME TO EAT
To the pot with the orzo, add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning. Loosen with the reserved pasta water if it’s too thick. Dish up the loaded orzo, top with the charred broccoli, and sprinkle over the grated cheese. Well done, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 100ml
Broccoli Florets - 100g
Free-range Chicken Breast/s - 1
NOMU Italian Rub - 10ml
Creamy Pesto - 100ml
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 25ml
PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the orzo. Cook the orzo until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
BROCCOLI
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli until lightly charred, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a splash of water, cover with a lid, and simmer until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until cooked through, 8-10 minutes (shifting halfway). Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Coat the Chicken with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside.
TIME TO EAT
To the pot with the orzo, add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning. Loosen with the reserved pasta water if it’s too thick. Dish up the loaded orzo, top with the charred broccoli, and sprinkle over the grated cheese. Well done, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 200ml
Broccoli Florets - 200g
Free-range Chicken Breast/s - 2
NOMU Italian Rub - 20ml
Creamy Pesto - 200ml
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 50ml
PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the orzo. Cook the orzo until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
BROCCOLI
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli until lightly charred, 7-8 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a splash of water, cover with a lid, and simmer until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until cooked through, 10-12 minutes (shifting halfway). Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Coat the Chicken with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside.
TIME TO EAT
To the pot with the orzo, add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning. Loosen with the reserved pasta water if it’s too thick. Dish up the loaded orzo, top with the charred broccoli, and sprinkle over the grated cheese. Well done, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 300ml
Broccoli Florets - 300g
Free-range Chicken Breasts - 3
NOMU Italian Rub - 30ml
Creamy Pesto - 300ml
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 75ml
PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the orzo. Cook the orzo until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
BROCCOLI
Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli until lightly charred, 7-8 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a splash of water, cover with a lid, and simmer until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until cooked through, 10-12 minutes (shifting halfway). Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Coat the Chicken with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside.
TIME TO EAT
To the pot with the orzo, add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning. Loosen with the reserved pasta water if it’s too thick. Dish up the loaded orzo, top with the charred broccoli, and sprinkle over the grated cheese. Well done, Chef!
Orzo Pasta - 400ml
Broccoli Florets - 400g
Free-range Chicken Breasts - 4
NOMU Italian Rub - 40ml
Creamy Pesto - 400ml
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 100ml
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R155.29
for 4 servings · R38.82 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese needs 100 mlPlantLove™ Dairy Free Macadamia Nut Based Grated Hard Cheese 60 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Free-range Chicken Breasts needs 4Sliced Free Range Smoked Chicken Breast 140 g R42.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R42.99
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Broccoli Florets needs 400 gBroccoli Florets 300 g 300 g at R36.99 · 1.33× packR49.32
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Orzo Pasta needs 400 mlOrzo Pasta 500 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
The preparation time for Creamy Chicken & Orzo with charred broccoli & grated Italian-style hard cheese is between 20 and 25 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Creamy Chicken & Orzo with charred broccoli & grated Italian-style hard cheese?
The total time required to make Creamy Chicken & Orzo with charred broccoli & grated Italian-style hard cheese is between 20 and 25 minutes.
How many servings does Creamy Chicken & Orzo provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
Broccoli Florets, Creamy Pesto, Free-range Chicken Breast/s, Free-range Chicken Breasts, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta
What is the nutritional information of Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
Calories: 970, Carbs: 72 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 58.7 grams, Sugar: 7.5 grams, Salt: 821 grams
How do I prepare Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
TIME TO EAT: To the pot with the orzo, add the creamy pesto, the chicken, and seasoning. Loosen with the reserved pasta water if it’s too thick. Dish up the loaded orzo, top with the charred broccoli, and sprinkle over the grated cheese. Well done, Chef! CHICKEN: Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Coat the chicken with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside. BROCCOLI: Place a pan over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli until lightly charred, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a splash of water, cover with a lid, and simmer until al dente, 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until cooked through, 8-10 minutes (shifting halfway). Remove from the pan and season. PASTA: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the orzo. Cook the orzo until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
Broccoli Florets, Creamy Pesto, Free-range Chicken Breast/s, Free-range Chicken Breasts, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta
How many calories does Creamy Chicken & Orzo have?
970 calories
How much fat content does Creamy Chicken & Orzo have?
grams