One Pot Enchilada Orzo
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
214 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
One Pot Enchilada Orzo
Description
This dish starts by combining dry orzo pasta with chicken broth, red enchilada sauce, drained corn and black beans, and a blend of taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, and salt in a single pot. The mixture simmers over medium-low heat, allowing the orzo to absorb the liquid and soften while integrating the southwestern flavors from the sauce and seasonings. After 20-25 minutes, once the orzo is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated, shredded Mexican blend cheese is sprinkled on top and covered briefly to melt.
The enchilada sauce provides a slightly tangy, mildly spicy base, which combines with taco seasonings for depth. Corn adds sweetness, while black beans contribute protein and texture, creating a balanced dish with layers of flavor and hearty components. Cooking everything in one pot simplifies preparation and cleanup.
Optional garnishes like chopped avocado, cilantro, tomato, olives, sour cream, cottage cheese, and salsa can be added to customize the dish and enhance freshness, creaminess, or acidity depending on preferences. This flexibility allows it to serve as a main course or a side.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta dry
- 2 cups chicken broth sub vegetable broth for vegetarian, low sodium
- 2 ounce cans Red Enchilada Sauce mild or medium
- 1 ounce can corn drained and rinsed, yellow
- 1 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ cup Mexican blend cheese shredded
- avocado optional toppings, chopped cilantro
- tomato
- cilantro
- olives
- sour cream
- cottage cheese
- salsa
Instructions
- Combine orzo, broth, enchilada sauce, corn, beans, and seasonings in a large nonstick (or well-greased) pot and sitr to combine. Cover and cook over medium-low heat 20-25 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender.
- Uncover, stir, and sprinkle cheese over the top. Cover again and allow to cook 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted. Add any desired toppings and serve.
Notes
- Garnish with favorite enchilada toppings such as avocado, sour cream, cilantro, or salsa to add fresh and creamy texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 780mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 309IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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