Description
This Baked Orzo Pasta is a comforting and flavorful one-pan dish that is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a cheesy topping and a hint of Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this vegetarian dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté onion and garlic: In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add orzo and ingredients: Stir in the orzo, diced tomatoes, broth, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Finish and bake: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan, top with mozzarella, cover, and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Rest and serve: Let it rest, garnish with basil or parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can add cooked sausage, ground beef, or sautéed vegetables for a heartier dish.
- To make it creamy, stir in a splash of cream or cream cheese before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
