One-Pan Creamy Orzo

One-Pan Creamy Orzo

This one-pan creamy orzo side dish is similar to a risotto but is ridiculously fast to make.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
3

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3/4 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1
Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add orzo and toast, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in garlic; reduce heat to medium-low.

Step 2
Add chicken broth, 1/2 cup at a time. Simmer, stirring frequently, until broth is absorbed, about 8 minutes.

Step 3
Once broth is absorbed, stir in cream. Add cheese; stir until cheese melts into the creamy sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

246
Calories
15g
Fat
18g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 246
% Daily Value *
Total Fat15g 20%
Saturated Fat9g 47%
Cholesterol45mg 15%
Sodium726mg 32%
Total Carbohydrate18g 7%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars2g
Protein9g
Vitamin C1mg 4%
Calcium195mg 15%
Iron1mg 5%
Potassium111mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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