Best 7 Parmesan Orzo Side Dish Recipes

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CREAMY GARLIC PARMESAN ORZO



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This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo can be on your table in 15 minutes! While it's perfect as a side dish, I prefer this as a meal on its own because it's cheesy, creamy and really hits the spot.

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
1 small onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 cups orzo (dry)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
2 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
2 cups half and half
1 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet add the olive oil, butter and cook for about 30 seconds until the butter melts. Stir in the onion and garlic and let it cook for about 2 minutes until the onion softens and the garlic becomes aromatic.
  • Add the orzo to the skillet and let it cook for about 2 minutes just in the oil so that it starts to toast lightly, this will give it a nutty flavor.
  • Season with salt and pepper then stir in the chicken broth and half and half. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to a medium-low, cover with a lid and let it cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 657 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PARMESAN ORZO SIDE DISH



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Need a new side dish idea? This quick and easy Parmesan Orzo is cheesy, hearty, and always a crowd favorite. Plus, it's ready in less than 30 minutes and kid-friendly, too.

Provided by Steph

Categories     Side

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 Tablespoons butter
1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 Tablespoon dried basil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat. Add pasta and saute until lightly browned (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Stir in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, then cover and let it cook (stirring occasionally) until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Mix in parmesan cheese, basil, and salt and pepper. Serve warm.

PARMESAN GARLIC ORZO



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This is something my son even enjoys making.

Provided by Colleen Volcjak

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup orzo pasta
¼ cup butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic in melted butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir orzo into garlic mixture and mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 454 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ORZO WITH PARMESAN AND BASIL



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This is a simple recipe that everyone loves. For a quick Mediterranean macaroni and cheese, omit the basil. Easily doubled, too!

Provided by DODIEPAJER

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and saute until lightly browned.
  • Stir in chicken stock and bring to boil. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 - 20 minutes.
  • Mix in Parmesan cheese and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to shallow bowl. Garnish with basil sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 196.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

GARLIC PARMESAN ORZO



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This buttery pasta dish calls for orzo, which cooks quickly and is a nice change from ordinary pasta shapes. Orzo recipes make a superb side dish anytime, and in this dish, the garlic and Parmesan cheese really stand out. -Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the orzo, Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY PARMESAN ORZO



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From Cooking Light, this is a wonderful side or light main dish. It is good even without the pine nuts if you don't have them on hand, also any herb will work for the basil, you just may need a little more or less depending on the herb.

Provided by kitchenslave03

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup orzo pasta
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, fresh is better
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 teaspoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed, and orzo is done, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in cheese, basil, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Serve immediately.

ORZO PARMESAN



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Cheesy orzo and green onions side dish that's ready in a mere 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (14 ounces) fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (about 9 ounces)
8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat broth, water and salt to boiling in 2-quart saucepan. Stir in pasta green onions and garlic.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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