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5 from 2 votes

Parmesan Orzo with Fresh Basil

Orzo with Parmesan cheese, basil, and lots of butter, a delicious and easy orzo pasta side dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Pasta Recipes, Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: cheese, orzo, parmesan, pasta
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 277kcal
Author: Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. butter
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil for topping
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan Cheese for topping

Instructions

  • Place butter and uncooked orzo pasta into a large skillet.
  • Heat over medium-high heat and stir frequently as the butter melts. Mix well to evenly coat all grains of orzo pasta. Let continue to saute until orzo is golden browned. 
  • Carefully pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cover skillet and reduce heat to simmer.
  • Simmer orzo for 15-20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Mix well. 
  • Serve Parmesan Orzo immediately topped with additional shredded cheese and 2 tablespoons basil.

Notes

Orzo is typically found in the pasta aisle, not the rice aisle.
Make it a complete meal by cooking and adding chicken or ground sausage. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 805mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 476IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 1mg