Rice Pilaf with Orzo

Uncategorized / February 14, 2021
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This is a great side dish that pairs well with chicken or fish.

Rice Pilaf with Orzo

A great side to serve with chicken or seafood dishes
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: basic rice pilaf, rice, rice pilaf
Servings: 6
Calories: 187kcal
Author: Angie
Cost: $2

Equipment

  • 3qt sauce pot

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1/4 cup orzo
  • 1/2 small shallot minced
  • 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

Instructions

  • Add canola oil to sauce pan and heat to medium high
  • Add the rice and orzo and sauté until the orzo is lightly toasted
  • Add the minced shallot and garlic then sauté for about 30 seconds
  • Slowly pour in the chicken stock being careful as it may boil and steam
  • Bring rice to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with tight fitting lid.
  • Set timer for 15 minutes
  • After 15 minutes turn off heat and set timer for another 5 minutes leaving the rice rest and continue to cook with carryover heat.
  • After 5 minutes, remove lid and fluff rice with fork or spoon and serve

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Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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