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Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo

Indulgent Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo You’ll Love

This Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo combines tender orzo pasta with a silky garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with plant-based margarine for a vegan option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic yields the best results.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use coconut cream or cashew cream for a dairy-free alternative.
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Substitute with gluten-free orzo made from corn or rice.
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Broth cubes or bouillon work well for convenience.
For Garnish
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Opt for vegan cheese for a dairy-free alternative.
  • Salt Essential for seasoning to taste.
  • Pepper Essential for seasoning to taste.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley or Herbs Feel free to use any preferred fresh herbs like basil or chives.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo
  1. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until bubbling. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add 1 cup of dry orzo pasta to the skillet, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and cover, cooking for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, mixing for about 2-3 minutes over low heat until sauce is creamy.
  5. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste, and fold in ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Scoop the orzo into bowls and optionally drizzle with olive oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor and don't skip toasting the orzo for enhanced nuttiness. Adjust broth to achieve the desired creaminess.

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