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Best Orzo with Peas

Creamy Best Orzo with Peas: Your 15-Minute Comfort Food

Discover the Best Orzo with Peas, a quick, creamy dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Try whole wheat or gluten-free for a healthier twist.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian option.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with olive oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped; shallots can be used for delicate flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust amount to your liking.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs like basil or parsley can be swapped.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
For the Final Touch
  • 1 cup Peas Frozen peas are convenient.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast serves as vegan substitute.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing a medium saucepan over medium heat and adding 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow it to melt completely until it starts to bubble.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped onion to the melted butter and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of uncooked orzo pasta along with 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, cover with a lid, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the lid and gently fold in 1 cup of frozen peas and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Allow the dish to rest off the heat for about 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, add peas in the last 2-3 minutes of cooking to maintain their color and texture.

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