Kittencal's Parmesan Orzo
Elevate your side dish game with Kittencal's Parmesan Orzo, a quick and easy recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 20 minutes! This creamy and indulgent dish features tender orzo pasta toasted in a buttery garlic-infused base, simmered to perfection in rich chicken broth. A splash of heavy cream and a generous helping of freshly grated Parmesan cheese create a luscious, velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and brightness, this versatile recipe is perfect as a comforting side or a standalone meal. With its minimal prep time and irresistible flavor, this Parmesan orzo is sure to become a family favorite and a go-to for easy weeknight meals.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Stir in the orzo pasta and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted.
Step 4
Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
Step 5
Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and the liquid has been mostly absorbed.
Step 6
Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese has melted and the orzo is creamy.
Step 7
Remove from heat and let the orzo sit for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your creamy Parmesan orzo!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (862.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1535.4 |
| Total Fat 79.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 182mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3338.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 155.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.8g | |
| Protein 56.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 776.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 527.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories