Marry Me Orzo
Marry Me Orzo is a creamy, dreamy pasta dish that promises to enchant everyone who tastes it. It's easy to prepare, adaptable to various preferences, and packed with flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb Orzo Pasta
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
4-5 Garlic Cloves minced
4 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
5 oz Fresh Spinach
½ teaspoon Salt or to taste
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
Fresh Basil or Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute
- Add orzo to the skillet and stir for 2-3 minutes until lightly toasted
- Deglaze the skillet with ½ cup chicken broth, then add remaining broth and bring to a simmer
- Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until orzo is al dente
- Remove from heat and stir in cream, Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes until creamy
- Add fresh spinach and stir until it wilts
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper, then garnish with basil or parsley before serving
Notes
Warm your broth before adding to the orzo for better cooking results.
Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Find it online: https://onthatplate.com/marry-me-orzo/