Recipes Side Dish Orzo with Parmesan and Basil 4.7 (2,180) 1,528 Reviews 106 Photos This Parmesan orzo is a simple recipe that everyone loves. For a quick Mediterranean macaroni and cheese, omit the basil. It is easily doubled, too! Recipe by DODIEPAJER Updated on August 21, 2022 Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Add Photo 106 106 106 106 Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup chopped fresh basil salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil Directions Melt butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in orzo and sauté until lightly browned. Stir in chicken broth and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Mix in Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow bowl and garnish with remaining basil. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 299 Calories 9g Fat 42g Carbs 12g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 299 % Daily Value * Total Fat 9g 12% Saturated Fat 6g 28% Cholesterol 24mg 8% Sodium 197mg 9% Total Carbohydrate 42g 15% Dietary Fiber 2g 6% Total Sugars 2g Protein 12g Vitamin C 1mg 4% Calcium 130mg 10% Iron 2mg 11% Potassium 107mg 2% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved