Easy Rice Orzo
Transform weeknight dinners with this savory and satisfying Easy Rice Orzo recipe, a delightful blend of fluffy white rice and toasted orzo pasta cooked to perfection in rich, low-sodium chicken broth. Infused with the warm flavors of garlic powder, a touch of butter, and a hint of black pepper, this 30-minute side dish elevates classic comfort food with minimal effort. The golden toasted orzo adds a nutty depth to each bite, making it the perfect pairing for roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, or seafood. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and a burst of herbal freshness. Quick, versatile, and family-friendly, this recipe is your solution for easy dinners without compromising on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups orzo pasta
- 1 cups long-grain white rice
- 2.5 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the orzo pasta to the pan and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the long-grain white rice and cook for 1 minute to coat the rice with the butter and combine it with the orzo.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice and orzo are tender.
Remove from heat and let the dish sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice orzo with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
865 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1538 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 226 mg | 5% | |
*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.
