Name: Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo
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

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!

Easy Creamy Spinach Parmesan Orzo

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

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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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