Orzo Rice
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87 reviews
Excellent
Orzo Rice
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This Orzo Rice is the perfect rice side dish for any meal. Whips up just as fast as Rice-A-Roni but tastes so much better!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup rice
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric for yellow color
- 4 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan/pot. Add orzo and cook until golden brown.
- Add onion and saute until onions become clear. Add garlic and saute for another minute or so.
- Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. When mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and remove lid. Let stand for a few minutes then fluff with a fork and serve!
Notes
- My very favorite entree to pair this orzo rice with is fish. On those nights when I just want to keep things simple and easy, I will cook up some seasoned fish with this rice dish and some steamed veggies and dinner is ready in less than 30 minutes.
- It is also fantastic with chicken, particularly this coconut curry grilled chicken, baked lemon chicken, or this grilled balsamic chicken.
- The turmeric is more for color than flavor, you can leave it out if you don't have it on hand.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
285kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
48g
(16%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
16mg
(5%)
Sodium
490mg
(20%)
Potassium
221mg
(6%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
185IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
29mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 490mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 221mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 185IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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