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Orzo with Parmesan and Basil

This Parmesan orzo is sautéed in butter, simmered in chicken stock, then mixed with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for an easy, flavorful side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 299
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 14.5 ounce can chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and sauté until lightly browned.
  2. Stir in chicken broth and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Mix in Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow bowl and garnish with remaining basil.

Nutrition

Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 197mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

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