Parmesan Basil Orzo

We love orzo pasta-it’s just fun! This Parmesan Basil Orzo combines all the right flavors together in a delicious side dish. You can pair this side with chicken, fish, or beef. Try this recipe soon and let us know what you think.

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Ingredients Needed For Parmesan Basil Orzo:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 14.5 ounce can chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped or sliced 
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan, not the powder

Instructions For Parmesan Basil Orzo:

1. Place butter and Orzo into a sauce pan. Melt the butter and brown the orzo for 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently.
2. Slowly add the chicken broth and add the salt.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and cover.
4. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until liquid is absorbed. Stir enough to not let this mixture burn. 
5. Remove from the heat and add the basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir.
6. Serve and enjoy!

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Cauliflower Salad

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Parmesan Basil Orzo

A favorite side dish that pairs well with chicken, fish or beef.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Easy Side Dish Recipes, Orzo Pasta, Parmesan Basil Pasta

Prep Time 3 minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4

Author Sweeter With Sugar

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 14.5 ounce can chicken broth
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/3 cup fresh basil chopped or sliced
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan not the powder

Instructions

1. Place butter and Orzo into a sauce pan. Melt the butter and brown the orzo for 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently.

2. Slowly add the chicken broth and add the salt.

3. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and cover.

4. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until liquid is absorbed. Stir enough to not let this mixture burn.

5. Remove from the heat and add the basil and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir.

6. Serve and enjoy!

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