This Parmesan Lemon Orzo Pasta is one of my easiest recipes. Not only that, but it’s seriously delicious! I’ve made it a main meal and a side for my breaded chicken cutlets, seared salmon, and garlic butter cod. Each time it was a big hit, even with the kids! The best part of this simple dish is that it’s all cooked in one pan for minimum effort. The pasta develops incredible flavor as it absorbs all the goodness of each ingredient as it cooks.
Step By Step Instructions
Preheat a large deep skillet over medium heat. Melt the butter, add the garlic, and cook until aromatic (about 30 seconds).
Add the milk, and stir with a whisk to deglaze the pan.
Stir in the chicken stock, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and orzo. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer covered (occasionally stirring) for 8 minutes. Then add the spinach.
Stir in the spinach. If the mixture looks too dry, add more stock or cream to loosen, and allow to cook until the spinach is wilted and the orzo is al-dente.
Remove from heat. Mix in the cheese and lemon juice. Taste for seasoning and add more salt as needed before serving.
Serve immediately to avoid drying out the sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, then reheat it on the stove with extra liquid to loosen until just heated.
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