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Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo

Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo
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Creamy Garlic Butter One Pan Orzo is a quick, comforting, and delicious one-skillet meal combining nutty orzo pasta with a luscious garlic butter sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can be easily customized with proteins or vegetables. It offers indulgent, rich flavors without heaviness, appealing to the whole family while keeping cleanup minimal.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the garlic butter base: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden, but not burnt, to build the aromatic foundation.
  2. Toast the orzo: Add the dry orzo pasta to the skillet and stir into the garlic butter to toast lightly, developing a nutty flavor and preventing sticking.
  3. Add broth and cook the orzo: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and let the orzo absorb the liquid, stirring occasionally, until tender and creamy, about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Stir in cream and cheese: Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan until fully combined, creating a luscious, rich sauce that coats every grain of orzo.
  5. Season and garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use a wide pan with a broad surface for even cooking and to prevent overcrowding.
  • Stir gently but often to ensure even cooking and avoid breaking the orzo.
  • Don’t skip toasting the orzo with garlic butter for enhanced depth of flavor.
  • Add broth gradually if the orzo starts to dry out before fully cooked.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for the best aroma and flavor.

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Keywords: Orzo, Creamy Garlic Butter, One Pan Dinner, Quick Meal, Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Recipe, Gluten Free Option

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