Orzo with Parmesan and Basil
A quick and easy dish made with orzo pasta, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
- butter (2 tablespoons)
- orzo pasta (1 cup)
- chicken broth (1 can)
- Parmesan cheese (0.5 cup)
- basil (0.25 cup)
- basil (2 tablespoons)
- salt (0 )
- pepper (0 )
Instructions
- Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and sauté until lightly browned.
- 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.
- 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
(*Nutrition data is approximate and may vary depending on the brand and type of ingredients used.)
- kcal: 299
- fat: 9 g
- sats: 6 g
- carbs: 42 g
- fibre: 2 g
- protein: 12 g
- salt: 0 g