Chicken & Orzo - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
29 ounces chicken broth (two cans)
2 cups orzo pasta
1 lb chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Preparation

In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add onion and garlic and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
Add thyme and broth and bring to a boil.
Add orzo and chicken and stir.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
Cook until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
Stir in cheese and black pepper and serve immediately.