Tuscan Orzo Recipe

how to make tuscan orzo, sun dried tomato orzo recipe.

5 from 1 vote

This Creamy Tuscan Orzo is an easy one pot recipe that’s full of flavor and super satisfying. Filled with sun-dried tomato, spinach, and Parmesan cheese in a creamy sauce, this orzo recipe works as either a side dish or a main course.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: people

Calories: 303kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons Salted Butter can substitute olive oil
1½ Tablespoons Garlic minced
2 ⅔ cups Chicken Broth
½ teaspoon Salt
½ tsp Italian Seasoning
16 oz Orzo Pasta
2 cups Spinach fresh, chopped into ½" slices
3-4 Tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomatoes finely chopped
½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
¼ cup Heavy Cream
2 Tablespoons Parsley fresh chopped for garnish

Instructions

In a large skillet over medium high heat, add the butter and garlic. Cook while stirring until garlic is fragrant and lightly golden brown.
Add the sundried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until the spinach is wilted and shiny. Stir in the orzo, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and salt and then cover with a lid.
Reduce heat to low and cook the pasta at a low simmer, stirring every 2-3 minutes. Cook the orzo until the cheese is melted, there is no more liquid, and the pasta has cooked to al dente - about 8-9 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the cream, then cover with a lid for 2-3 more minutes. This will allow the pasta to soak up the rest of the liquid. To finish, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh minced parsley and serve warm. Enjoy!

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