Description
A comforting and impressive dish featuring orzo pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and soften the onion.
- Add the garlic and let it become fragrant.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for about a minute.
- Add the orzo and toast it slightly.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring to keep the mixture creamy.
- When the orzo is almost done and the mixture looks saucy, add the spinach to wilt.
- Finally, stir in the heavy cream and parmesan until the sauce is thick and glossy. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Remove from heat, let it sit for a minute, and serve in bowls.
Notes
For substitutions, try coconut cream for a dairy-free option or add grilled chicken or sausage for protein. Adjust the vegetables according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg