Best Garlic Herb Orzo And Rice Pliaf Recipes

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EASY STOVETOP RICE PILAF WITH ORZO



Easy Stovetop Rice Pilaf with Orzo image

This Easy Stovetop Rice Pilaf with Orzo is the perfect rice side dish for any meal. Whips up just as fast as the boxed stuff but tastes so much better!

Provided by Erica Walker

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 Tbsp. butter
1 c. orzo pasta
1 onion (diced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 c. rice
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/4 tsp. turmeric (for yellow color)
4 c. chicken broth

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium-sized saucepan/pot. Add orzo and cook until golden brown.
  • Add onion and saute until onions become clear.
  • Add garlic and saute for another minute or so.
  • Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • When mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and remove lid. Let stand for a few minutes then fluff with a fork and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HERBED ORZO PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 1 chopped onion and 1 thyme sprig in butter over medium heat until golden; season with salt. Increase the heat to medium high; add 1 cup orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 15 minutes. Stir in some chopped dill. Top with sour cream and paprika.

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Garlic and fresh herbs flavor this orzo/rice combination pilaf. Vegetable broth may be used for chicken broth. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 clove garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 c orzo pasta, uncooked
1/2 c long grain rice, uncooked
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
1/3 c water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 c fresh basil, chopped
1/4 c italian parsley, minced
1/4 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
  • 2. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • 3. Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
  • 4. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
  • 5. Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.

GARLIC-HERB ORZO PILAF



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"Mildly flavored and flecked with garlic and fresh herbs, this creamy, versatile side dish can accompany a wide variety of entrees. Plus, it's a cinch to put together." --Mary Relyea of Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/3 cup water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned. , Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PARMESAN GARLIC ORZO



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This is something my son even enjoys making.

Provided by Colleen Volcjak

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup orzo pasta
¼ cup butter
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic in melted butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir orzo into garlic mixture and mix in Parmesan cheese, milk, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 454 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

ORZO AND RICE



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A filling side dish that is great with chicken. It is a real family favorite in our house.

Provided by C.Crane

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
½ cup long-grain white rice
1 cube chicken bouillon
2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add orzo and brown until golden.
  • Add rice, bouillon, and water; bring to a boil, cover and lower heat to medium-low.
  • Simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes or until all water is absorbed; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 265.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH VEGETABLES



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Categories     Onion     Pasta     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Almond     Celery     Carrot     Zucchini     Spring     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2/3 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice (3/4 cup)
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2/3 cup)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth (14 fl oz)
1 cup water
1 small zucchini or yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 1/4 cups)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté orzo, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 1 minute. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add rice and sauté, stirring, until coated with oil and butter.
  • Add broth and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and quickly stir in zucchini, then let stand, covered, 5 minutes. (Zucchini will steam.) Stir in parsley and serve sprinkled with almonds.

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