Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo with Turkey Bacon: A Comforting Delight
A delightful dish that combines creamy orzo with the savory flavors of garlic and parmesan, complemented by the richness of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy, then remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add the orzo pasta to the skillet and stir to coat with oil.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer; cook until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in the chopped turkey bacon and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey bacon and use vegetable broth.
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo