Description
A delicious creamy orzo pasta dish with garlic, spinach, and peas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 cup spinach (fresh)
- ½ cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop garlic finely, and measure the chicken broth.
- Sauté Garlic and Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant; add spinach and peas until vibrant.
- Add Orzo: Stir in orzo pasta, toasting for about two minutes until slightly golden.
- Pour in Broth: Gradually add chicken broth while stirring frequently. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes until orzo absorbs most liquid.
- Create Creamy Sauce: Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or herbs if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately while creamy.
- You can substitute frozen spinach for fresh if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg