Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo – Easy One-Pot Dinner
Easy Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo
Want a cozy dinner that’s ready in a fraction of the time? This creamy garlic Parmesan orzo comes together quickly in just one pot! Made with tender pasta tomatoes spinach, and a dreamy cheesy sauce, this one-pan dish is a weeknight meal everyone will love.
Ingredients for Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo
– 1 cups orzo pasta
– 2 tablespoons butter
– cup chopped onion
– cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
– 2 cups vegetable broth
– cup heavy cream
– cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup fresh baby spinach
– teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusted to taste.
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and saut until translucent.
2. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
3. Stir in the orzo and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
5. Lower the heat to medium/low and cook for 10 12 minutes, stirring regularly, until the pasta is tender. Add additional broth if necessary.
6. Add in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
7. Stir in baby spinach and cook 1-2 minutes until wilted.
8. Add salt and pepper. Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Bring to the table and serve.
Tips for the Best Orzo
– Stir often so that the pasta does not stick.
– For a creamier sauce, use freshly grated Parmesan.
– Use a handful of spinach/mushrooms if you want more vegetables.
– If you want to keep this vegetarian you can use a vegetable stock.
How to Serve
You can enjoy this creamy pasta as a fully vegetarian meal or add some grilled vegetables and a crisp, fresh side salad. If you enjoyed this, check out our “Honey Mustard Chicken and Potatoes” (https://deshibites.com/honey-mustard-chicken-and-potatoes-easy-one-pan-dinner/).
This quick and cozy one-pot dish is a perfect choice if you’re craving a comforting home-cooked meal with very little fuss or clean-up.
