Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add orzo and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for about 8 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes until orzo is tender and broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.