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creamy tuscan orzo in a skillet with spinach, thyme, parmesan, and sundried tomatoes
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Tuscan Orzo

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: orzo side dish
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp sundried tomato oil from the jar, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes drained and chopped
  • 1 cup dry orzo
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cup chopped spinach leaves
  • cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Add the sundried tomato oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat, then add the garlic and sundried tomatoes. Saute for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the orzo and saute for another 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the chicken broth and scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and simmer for 15-17 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked.
  • Stir in the spinach, heavy cream, shredded parmesan, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme. Heat until the parmesan is melted and the spinach is wilted (about 1-2 minutes).

Notes

Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
Feel free to substitute in kale instead of the spinach. 
This is a hearty and creamy main dish with ton of sundried tomato flavor, along with fresh parmesan and fresh thyme as well. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup (approximately)