Lemon Orzo and Peas Recipe
This creamy Lemon Parmesan and Pea Orzo Pasta is a simple orzo side dish that’s fresh, flavorful, and easy to make. It’s a one-pot orzo recipe that goes with all sorts of main courses.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 309kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen
- 2 Tablespoons Salted Butter can substitute olive oil
- 1½ Tablespoons Garlic minced
- 2 ⅔ cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Spinach fresh, chopped into ½" slices
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 16 oz Orzo Pasta
- ¼ cup Heavy Cream optional
- 1 cup Peas frozen or fresh
- ½ medium Lemon or about 4 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons Parsley fresh chopped for garnish
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter and garlic. Cook while stirring until garlic is fragrant and lightly golden brown.
Add the chicken broth, spinach, and orzo pasta. Stir lightly and cover with a lid. Cook until there is no more liquid and the pasta has cooked to al dente, or about 8-9 minutes.
Once the pasta has cooked, reduce heat to low and add the parmesan cheese and cream. Stir and heat the orzo until the cheese is melted.
Remove from heat and stir in the peas and fresh lemon juice. Top with fresh minced parsley before serving warm. Enjoy!
Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1173IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 1mg