20-Minute Creamy Mushroom Orzo Recipe for Cozy Nights
A quick and comforting creamy mushroom orzo dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes, perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the orzo and vegetable broth to the skillet, bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and omit Parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- This dish is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg