Creamy Mushroom Orzo: Your New Comfort Food Delight
Creamy Mushroom Orzo is a comforting and savory dish that combines orzo pasta with mushrooms, garlic, and cream for a creamy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 10 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or veggie broth)
- 1 3/4 cups chicken or veggie broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: a pinch of thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high. Sauté mushrooms until golden brown and fragrant.
- Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft and aromatic. Pour in white wine to deglaze, scraping up all those delicious skillet bits.
- Stir in orzo and broth. Let it simmer, stirring occasionally until the orzo is tender and has soaked up all the liquid.
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until it’s velvety.
- Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Serve hot and creamy straight from the skillet.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily customized with different vegetables or herbs.
- For added protein, consider incorporating cooked chicken or beans.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Protein: 14g