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Orzo served on a black plate with a spoon ready to take a bite. Garnished with fresh parsley , parmesan cheese, and black pepper.

Parmesan Orzo

Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Keyword: orzo pasta recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 608kcal
Author: Malinda Linnebur
This Parmesan Orzo is creamy and cheesy and so quick and easy to make! It makes a great side dish or top with rotisserie or grilled chicken for a main dish.
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 4 cups (945ml) chicken broth
  • 2 cups (380g) dry orzo pasta
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (120g) grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs

Instructions

  • In a large pot or skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Cook the onions just until starting to soften. Stir in the broth, pasta, and garlic. Cover and simmer until pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Once al dente remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients.

Notes

  1. STORAGE: Store cooled leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 794mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 919IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 393mg | Iron: 2mg