Broccoli orzo bake is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, with different vegetables, cheeses, and seasonings. Broccoli orzo bake is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and orzo, and it can also be made ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for busy weeknights. It is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion.
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BROCCOLI ORZO BAKE
Orzo pasta makes this bake a sensational alternative to the classic broccoli casserole. There's a nice blend of cheese and a hint of mustard in the dish.-Shana Conradt, Greenville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the soup, Asiago cheese, milk, mustard and pepper. Stir in the broccoli, orzo, onion and red pepper. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2 qt. baking dish. Combine the mozzarella cheese, bread crumbs and oil; sprinkle over broccoli mixture. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
ONE SKILLET CHEESY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR ORZO BAKE
Broccoli cheddar soup meets cozy weeknight casserole...well balanced, so easy, so delicious!
Provided by Tieghan Gerard
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. 2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the onion and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook until softened, 2-3 minutes. Add the butter, orzo, broccoli, and thyme, and cook until golden and toasted, 5 minutes. Add the wine, broth, bay leaf, garlic powder, cayenne, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper. Simmer 8-10 minutes until the orzo is al dente, stirring often.3. Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the lemon zest, milk, and 1/2 cup of the cheddar. If needed, transfer the orzo to an oven-safe casserole dish. Scatter the remaining cheeses overtop of the casserole. 4. Transfer to the oven and bake 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Switch the oven to broil and broil 1-2 minutes, until the cheese on top is becoming crispy. Serve warm with fresh thyme and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
SMOKY COD, BROCCOLI & ORZO BAKE
Enjoy this easy, speedy cod, broccoli and orzo traybake on busy weeknights. It's healthy and low in fat, and since it's a traybake, there's minimal washing-up!
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat the oil in a deep ovenproof frying pan, and fry the onion for 5 mins until tender. Add the paprika, chipotle paste, broccoli and stock. Stir in the orzo, and transfer to the oven for 10 mins.
- Stir in half the herbs and the peas, and nestle the fish into the orzo. Sprinkle over a pinch of paprika and drizzle with oil, then season. Cook for 8-10 mins until the fish is cooked and the orzo is tender. Mix the remaining herbs with the yogurt. Loosen with a little water if needed, then serve with the orzo and fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 618 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 78 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 57 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO ORZO
Chicken, broccoli, and orzo are simmered in creamy Alfredo sauce for this easy, family-pleasing one-skillet meal.
Provided by RAGÚ®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ragu®
Time 28m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, and cook for about 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken and saute until the surface of the chicken loses most of its pink color. Add the broccoli; stir to coat. Stir in orzo.
- Pour in the chicken stock and Ragu® Classic Alfredo Sauce. Stir well. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook until orzo is cooked, about 12 minutes.
- Turn off heat and uncover. Stir and allow to rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 124.5 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 903.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
BROCCOLI AND ORZO CASSEROLE
We used one of our favorite creamy cheeses, Havarti, in this comforting casserole. The mild Danish cheese is widely available in different flavors - try dill or caraway for extra punch.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the orzo, stir and cook for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli florets and cook until bright green, about 1 minute. Strain and set aside.
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter and flour, whisk together and cook for about 1 minute. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onions have softened, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the milk, bring the sauce to a low boil, reduce to a simmer and simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add 1 cup of the Havarti, sour cream, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold in the broccoli and orzo.
- Transfer the mixture to the buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Havarti and 1 tablespoon Parmesan. Toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter in a small bowl. Season with salt and spread evenly over the casserole. Bake until brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
BROCCOLI CHEDDAR ORZOTTO
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat, then add the onion and garlic and saute until softened, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the orzo and stir until thoroughly mixed with the onion and garlic and coated in the butter, a minute or so. Add a third of the broth and stir gently, then bring to the boil. Add the dry mustard, cayenne, salt and pepper and cook until the liquid has been absorbed by the orzo, 3 to 4 minutes, then add another third of the broth. Cook, stirring, until this, too, has been absorbed, another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the broccoli followed by the remaining broth and the pimientos, then bring to the boil. Cook until the broccoli and orzo are almost cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the cheeses, stirring, and cook until completely melted and smooth and the broccoli and orzo are cooked through, another 1 to 2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with the fresh parsley.
ORZO AND BROCCOLI SALAD (NO MAYO)
Light-tasting salad with orzo, broccoli, olives, pine nuts, Parmesan, and feta. Perfect accompaniment to grilled meats. Can be served warm or cold. Leftovers are delicious the next day. Recipe was discovered on scuba vacation on Little Cayman Island.
Provided by HOWEWASS
Categories Orzo
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 minutes. Add broccoli florets to the pot and cook until tender, 2 more minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add pine nuts and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Add red pepper flakes; cook and stir until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and pour over the orzo.
- Toss orzo until coated with oil mixture. Add olives, Parmesan cheese, basil, and feta cheese. Toss again and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 461 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
HAM, BROCCOLI AND ORZO CASSEROLE
A kid-pleaser and the perfect comfort food, this gooey orzo casserole is a complete meal in one. For an extra homey touch, I make mine in my favorite hand-me-down casserole dish from my Grandma Laverne. -Heather Arndt Anderson, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, bring stock to a boil; stir in orzo. Cook, uncovered, until orzo is al dente and broth is absorbed, 8-10 minutes ., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheese; cook until cheese is melted., Add orzo, ham, broccoli and kale. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with onions and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 1386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
ORZO AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
I Created this one out of things onhand to feed a crowed but i cut it in half for a family of 4 or 6. Everyone loved it and i'll serve it again for sure. Maybe with chicken.
Provided by RobinStover
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- cook pasta to directions on pkg.
- saute garlic and pork til done.
- cook broccoli til tender crisp.
- combine all ingredients except bread crumbs, butter and half cup of cheese. place in casserole dish.
- combine breadcrumbs, butter and remaining 1/2 cup cheese sprinkle over casserole.
- bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 min til crust is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 967.5, Fat 50.8, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 159.7, Sodium 1185.1, Carbohydrate 78.1, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 6.5, Protein 49.4
BROCCOLI AND ORZO CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-3209
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 F. Combine the broccoli and cooked orzo in 9x9 baking dish. Heat a saute pan over medium-high with a few tablespoons of olive oil. Add the onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic, season with salt and cook until fragrant. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat onions and garlic. Cook for 1 minute to toast flour. Whisk in the chicken stock and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly.Add milk and 2 cups of cheese and stir together. Adjust seasoning to taste. Pour over the broccoli. In a medium bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and stir. Sprinkle over the baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes until bread crumbs are golden. Serve warm. Helpful Tip: Use equal parts flour and oil for the roux. The darker the roux, the richer the flavor. Stir the roux as you go to avoid lumps.
Tips:
- Use fresh broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets contribute a vibrant green color and crisp texture to the dish. Avoid using frozen broccoli, as it can become mushy when baked.
- Cook the orzo al dente: Orzo should be cooked al dente, meaning it should have a slight bite to it. Overcooked orzo will become mushy and lose its shape.
- Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will greatly impact the flavor of the dish. Use a flavorful cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan.
- Add seasonings to taste: Feel free to adjust the seasonings in the recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can add more garlic, onion, or herbs, or you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
- Don't overbake the dish: The broccoli orzo bake should be baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the broccoli is tender but still has a slight crunch. Overbaking will make the broccoli mushy and the cheese rubbery.
Conclusion:
Broccoli orzo bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of fresh broccoli, al dente orzo, and melted cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give broccoli orzo bake a try!
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