Cheesy Chicken Orzo Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 whole chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes Or left over chicken
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup orzo
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup milk
• Optional: 1 cup cooked chopped broccoli

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
• Add chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook over medium heat until done; about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside. Skip this step if using leftover cooked chicken,
• Bring a pot of water to boil, and stir in the orzo.
• Cook for 5 minutes, or until orzo is tender.
• Drain.
• Put the orzo back in the pot and stir in the cheese, butter, and 1/4 cup milk; add more milk if needed. Continue to stir until smooth and well combined.
• Stir in the cooked chicken.
• Taste for salt and pepper.
• Serve.