Sun Dried Tomato Basil and Parmesan Orzo with Chicken

INGREDIENTS

1 lb

boneless skinless chicken breasts (, diced into 3/4-inch pieces)

1 tbsp

+ 1 tsp olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 cloves

garlic (, minced)

1 1/4 cups

dry orzo pasta

2 3/4 cups

low-sodium chicken broth (, then more as needed (don't use regular broth, it will be too salty))

1/3 cup

sun dried tomato halves packed in oil with herbs ((about 12 halves. Shake off some of the excess oil), chopped fine in a food processor)

1 cup

finely shredded parmesan cheese (, to taste)

1/3 cup

chopped fresh basil