Description
Garlic Parmesan Orzo Pasta is a quick and flavorful side dish that perfectly combines the tenderness of orzo pasta with a rich, buttery garlic sauce. Finished with heaps of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this delightful recipe elevates any meal without taking much time to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 4 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the water or chicken broth in a large pot and add salt. Stir in the orzo and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then stir in the unsalted butter until melted.
- Drain the cooked orzo and add it to the skillet with the garlic sauce. Toss to combine.
- Gradually mix in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if using, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg