Creamy Orzo with Parmesan and Broccoli Recipe
This Creamy Orzo with Parmesan and Broccoli is a quick and delicious dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It blends creamy textures with the fresh taste of broccoli, brought together by the rich flavor of Parmesan.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup broccoli florets cut into small pieces
- 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes for a bit of heat, optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the orzo and stir to coat the pasta with the oil and garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the broccoli florets and reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce is creamy and the cheese is melted.
Notes
Feel free to add cooked chicken or shrimp to make this dish more hearty. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.