Creamy One-Pot Butternut Squash Orzo
This is a comforting dish that’s sure to please a crowd or be a yummy mid-week family dinner. The recipe is very versatile depending on seasonal produce. Enjoy it as a side or add shredded rotisserie chicken for a complete meal.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 270kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 4 cups cubed butternut squash (about ½-inch cubes)
- 1 tsp. salt (divided)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ½ yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 large carrots (chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced, or 2 tsp. minced garlic)
- 1½ cups orzo
- ¾ tsp. dried sage
- ½ tsp. dried rosemary
- 3-4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
- fresh rosemary (optional topping)
Instructions
- Heat a large, rimmed skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil.
- Once oil is hot, add cubed butternut squash, and ½ tsp. salt and black pepper. Stir, and cook until squash starts to get tender, about 6-7 minutes.
- Stir in yellow onion, carrots and remaining ½ tsp. sea salt and cook until veggies are soft and tender, about 5 more minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add orzo, sage and rosemary to the pan. Allow the orzo to “toast” for about 30 seconds as you stir the mixture.
- Stir in 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until orzo is tender, stirring often to prevent sticking on the bottom of the pan, about 7-8 minutes. Add in additional chicken broth as needed.
- Once orzo is cooked, remove from heat and add Parmesan cheese. Stir to create a creamy texture.
- Taste and add additional salt and pepper as needed. Top with optional fresh rosemary and enjoy!
Notes
- Goat cheese would be a yummy substitute for the Parmesan cheese.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Serve alongside chicken, salmon or a white flaky fish and a green salad!
Nutrition
Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 508mgPotassium: 621mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 13434IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition Facts
Creamy One-Pot Butternut Squash Orzo
Amount per Serving
Calories
270
% Daily Value*
Fat
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
6
mg
2
%
Sodium
508
mg
22
%
Potassium
621
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
45
g
15
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
13434
IU
269
%
Vitamin C
23
mg
28
%
Calcium
185
mg
19
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Another amazing recipe! I added Cajun chicken sausage, frozen chopped spinach for extra veggies and I didnt have sage so I subbed Italian seasoning!!!! 🫶 🔥
That sounds delicious! We love how you made it your own with Cajun chicken sausage and spinach!