Garlic Parmesan Rice Pilaf
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Garlic Parmesan Rice Pilaf
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Simple yet full of flavor, this garlic parmesan rice pilaf is made with rice, tender orzo pasta, and plenty of garlic and cheese.
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Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 cup dried orzo pasta
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup long grain white rice uncooked - no instant or minute rice
- 4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated is best
Instructions
Prepare
- You'll need a skillet or saucepan with a lid for this recipe.
Saute
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet or wide saucepan (that has a lid), over MED heat.
- Add onion and cook for about 3 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
- Add orzo pasta and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring often, until orzo is golden brown. Add garlic and cook about 30 seconds more.
Cook the rice
- Add rice and stir.
- Pour in chicken broth, then add salt, dried parsley, black pepper, and oregano. Stir well and increase the heat to MED HIGH to bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to LOW, cover with lid, and simmer until rice and pasta are tender, and the broth has been absorbed, about 20-23 minutes.
Rest, fluff, and serve
- Remove pan from the heat, with the lid still on, and let stand for about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, and fluff well with a fork.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- I've estimated this recipe serves approximately 4 people, however the exact serving size is up to you.
- Instead of orzo pasta, you can use vermicelli or thin spaghetti that's been broken into small pieces.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
348kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
22mg
(7%)
Sodium
586mg
(24%)
Potassium
284mg
(8%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
250IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
107mg
(11%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 284mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 107mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
18 reviews
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