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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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Course: Dinner
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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
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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.