Best Orzo And Rice Pilaf With Garlic And Herbs Recipes

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SARAH'S RICE PILAF



Sarah's Rice Pilaf image

This is a delicious twist to traditional rice.

Provided by sarahbillings

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup orzo pasta
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a lidded skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir orzo pasta until golden brown. Stir in onion and cook until onion becomes translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the rice and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 524.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



Orzo and Rice Pilaf with Garlic and Herbs image

Garlic and fresh herbs flavor this orzo/rice combination pilaf. Vegetable broth may be used for chicken broth. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 clove garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 c orzo pasta, uncooked
1/2 c long grain rice, uncooked
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
1/3 c water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 c fresh basil, chopped
1/4 c italian parsley, minced
1/4 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
  • 2. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • 3. Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
  • 4. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
  • 5. Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.

GARLIC, HERB, ORZO AND RICE PLIAF



Garlic, Herb, Orzo and Rice Pliaf image

Garlic and fresh herbs flavor this orzo/rice combination pilaf. Vegetable broth may be used for chicken broth.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1/2 cup long grain rice, uncooked
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup fresh basil leaf, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
  • Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • Stir in broth and water.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
  • Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
  • Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.

HERBED ORZO PILAF



Herbed Orzo Pilaf image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 1 chopped onion and 1 thyme sprig in butter over medium heat until golden; season with salt. Increase the heat to medium high; add 1 cup orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 15 minutes. Stir in some chopped dill. Top with sour cream and paprika.

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