Tasty Orzo with Mushrooms Recipe Easy and Delicious
This Tasty Orzo with Mushrooms recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. It combines fresh mushrooms, herbs, and creamy orzo for a delicious and comforting meal everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
- Total Time: 35-50 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large garlic cloves minced for even flavor distribution
- salt to taste
- olive oil as needed
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated for best flavor
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 lb mushrooms cremini or button sliced
- 1/2 cup white wine dry like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth low sodium preferred
- 1 cup heavy cream full-fat for richness
- black pepper to taste freshly ground preferred
- 1 medium onion finely diced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add diced onion and minced garlic.
- Sauté until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Pour in the white wine and allow it to reduce slightly.
- Mix in the orzo pasta, stirring to coat it well.
- Add chicken broth, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the orzo simmer until tender and broth is mostly absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in butter, heavy cream, grated parmesan, and chopped parsley until creamy.
- Cook for a few more minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 2200-2500
- Fat: 130-150 g
- Carbohydrates: 230-240 g
- Protein: 50-60 g
Find it online: https://www.amgroyal.com/tasty-orzo-with-mushrooms/