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 mini chicken fillets, 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 pieces 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. Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and coat with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry the chicken until golden and cooked through, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan, season, and set aside.
TIME TO EAT
Add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning to the pot with the orzo. 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
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 1
Free-range Chicken Breast/s - 1
Broccoli Florets - 100g
NOMU Italian Rub - 10ml
Creamy Pesto - 80ml
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 pieces 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. Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and coat with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry the chicken 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
Add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning to the pot with the orzo. 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
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 1
Free-range Chicken Breast/s - 1
Broccoli Florets - 200g
NOMU Italian Rub - 20ml
Creamy Pesto - 160ml
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 pieces 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. Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and coat with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry the chicken 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
Add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning to the pot with the orzo. 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
Free-range Chicken Breasts - 1
Broccoli Florets - 300g
NOMU Italian Rub - 30ml
Creamy Pesto - 240ml
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 45ml
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 pieces 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. Remove from the pan and season.
Chicken
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and coat with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry the chicken 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
Add the creamy pesto, the Chicken, and seasoning to the pot with the orzo. 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
Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese - 1
Free-range Chicken Breasts - 1
Broccoli Florets - 400g
NOMU Italian Rub - 40ml
Creamy Pesto - 320ml
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 1PlantLove™ 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 1Sliced 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, Chicken, Chicken Breast, Creamy Pesto, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta
What is the nutritional information of Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
Calories: 919, Carbs: 70 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 55.4 grams, Sugar: 7.1 grams, Salt: 590 grams
How do I prepare Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
CHICKEN: Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and coat with the NOMU rub. When hot, fry the chicken 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: Add the creamy pesto, the chicken, and seasoning to the pot with the orzo. 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! 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 pieces 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. Remove from the pan and season.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Creamy Chicken & Orzo?
Broccoli Florets, Chicken, Chicken Breast, Creamy Pesto, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Orzo Pasta
How many calories does Creamy Chicken & Orzo have?
919 calories
How much fat content does Creamy Chicken & Orzo have?
grams