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Garlic Parmesan Orzo Recipe

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This Garlic Parmesan Orzo Pasta is a quick and easy one-pot dish featuring tender orzo pasta cooked in a flavorful low sodium chicken broth, then tossed in a light and creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. Perfect as a comforting main course or a delicious side dish, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and delivers a rich, cheesy flavor with a hint of garlic and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Orzo and Broth

  • 2½ cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1½ cups dry orzo pasta (about 278 grams)

Seasonings

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Cream Sauce

  • ½ cup cream (any kind — heavy cream for richer flavor, light cream for thinner sauce)
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the broth: In a large saucepan, bring the low sodium chicken broth to a simmer over high heat.
  2. Add orzo and season: Stir in the dry orzo, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Simmer covered: Cover the saucepan and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let the orzo simmer, stirring often, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is tender but still to your preferred texture. If the liquid fully absorbs before the pasta is cooked through, add a splash more broth to continue cooking.
  4. Finish with cream and cheese: Stir in the cream, shredded Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley, mixing until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  5. Adjust and serve: Taste and adjust seasonings if desired, then serve immediately as a comforting main or side dish.

Notes

  • Storage: Store cooked garlic parmesan orzo pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days.
  • Reheating: To reheat, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce and warm gently on the stove or microwave until fully heated.
  • Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating with a splash of liquid to maintain creaminess.

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