Sarah's Orzo and Rice Pilaf

Name: Sarah's Orzo and Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek, Italian, Turkish, American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Butter; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 2 whole Garlic; 0.5 cup Orzo; 0.5 cup White Rice; 0.5 cup Yellow Onion

Side Dish 🥗 Greek 🇬🇷Italian 🇮🇹Turkish 🇹🇷American Sugar-Free Halal 🕌Kosher ✡️

Sarah's Orzo and Rice Pilaf blends toasted orzo with fluffy white rice, gently cooked with sweet onion, garlic, and savory chicken broth for a comforting, aromatic bite. It’s a versatile side that pairs well with roasted meats or grilled vegetables, ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings when you want something warm and flavorful on the table.

Prep10 mins
Cook35 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Assemble all the ingredients.
2

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the orzo, then cook and stir until the orzo turns golden brown.
3

Stir in the onion and cook until the onion is translucent.
4

Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the rice and chicken broth, increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil.
5

Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
6

Take off the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
7

Serve and enjoy.