Parmesan Orzo Recipe
Parmesan Orzo - a creamy, delicious and easy parmesan orzo recipe that is the perfect side dish for any meal!
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups orzo
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
- reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Simmer: Add 3 cups water and 2 cups chicken broth to a medium-saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil. Add 1 ½ cups orzo and let simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or until cooked al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water! Drain and return orzo to the pan but remove from heat.
- Combine: Add 1 cup parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Gently stir to combine - the cheese will take a minute to fully melt. Add splashes of reserved pasta water to thin out and make the consistency more creamy.
- Adjust: Taste and add any additional salt, pepper, or lemon zest.
- Serve: Enjoy right away!
Notes
- Storage: store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- Serving: we love serving these with pretty much anything, but it is especially good with these Saucy Italian Meatballs!
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 1mg
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