Creamy Orzo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Orzo recipe, a luscious blend of tender, toasted orzo pasta simmered in a savory broth and finished with rich heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and butter. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, each bite is imbued with velvety flavor and topped with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan dish is an ideal choice for both busy weeknight dinners and elegant side dishes. Whether served solo or paired with your favorite protein, this creamy orzo guarantees a restaurant-quality meal that's irresistibly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat, and add the olive oil.
Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the pasta.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook the orzo uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed, and the orzo is tender.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and butter until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust as needed.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
Serve immediately, either as a main dish or as a side, and enjoy your creamy orzo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.2 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.6 g | 258% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 237 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 4279 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.4 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
