Orzo Rice is an easy and simple side dish that pairs well with various proteins. Plain rice is just... plain, pilaf requires chopping and takes an hour, but this simple Orzo Rice takes just 35 minutes and is packed with flavor from the butter toasted orzo and chicken broth.
Prep Time3 minutesmins
Cook Time22 minutesmins
Rest10 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Orzo Rice
Servings: 6
Calories: 181kcal
Author: Garnish and Glaze
Ingredients
1tablespoonbutter
1/2cuporzo
1cupJasmine rice
2 1/4cupschicken broth*
Instructions
Melt butter in a 2 quart sauce pan over medium high heat. Add orzo and cook and stir until golden and toasted.
Stir in the rice and broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and turn to low. Cook for 18 minutes. Take pot off element (do not open lid!) and let sit at least 10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
*Alternatively, use 2 1/4 cups water with 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon.