Categories 30 Minutes or Less, Dinner Recipes, Easy Recipes, Side Dish

Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo

by Annmarie

This Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo is the perfect go-to meal for busy weeknights. The orzo is cooked in a way that turns the broth into a rich, velvety sauce, making each bite irresistibly creamy and flavorful.

By adding fresh baby spinach and plenty of Parmesan, this dish becomes both hearty and nutritious. Whether you serve it as a satisfying vegetarian dinner or a simple side, this one-pot meal is guaranteed to earn a permanent spot on your weekly menu!

Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo

Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo

Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo

This Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo can be enjoyed as a vegetarian dinner or simple side dish. Creamy, flavorful, and ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy orzo dish comes together in a hurry to compliment any favorite meal!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound dried orzo pasta (about 2 1/2 cups)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups packed baby spinach, coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step-By-Step Instructions

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Notes

  • Substitute frozen spinach: To substitute frozen spinach, thaw 12 ounces spinach in a colander while cooking the orzo. Stir and press out any liquid you can, then stir the partially-thawed spinach directly into the orzo with the Parmesan. Stir and heat until the spinach is fully incorporated.
  • Add chicken: If you want to add meat to this dish, top with shredded chicken from a rotisserie chicken (or canned chicken).
  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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