Description
Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo is a quick and comforting skillet dish blending tender orzo pasta with a luscious garlic butter sauce that’s creamy, rich, and deeply satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights, it features simple ingredients and one-pan cooking for minimal cleanup without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or herbs, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté the Garlic in Butter: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned to release its flavor.
- Toast the Orzo: Add dry orzo pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat it with the garlic butter and lightly toast for a subtle nutty flavor.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in Cream and Cheese: Lower heat and slowly stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Season and Garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley or herbs on top before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; avoid pre-minced.
- Allow the orzo to fully absorb the broth for creamiest texture.
- Grate your own Parmesan for better melt and flavor.
- Keep heat medium or low to prevent butter burning or cream curdling.
- Stir often to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg