Creamy Tuscan Orzo with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy Comfort Dish
This Creamy Tuscan Orzo with Turkey Bacon is a cozy comfort dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove and chop.
- In the same skillet, add spinach and cherry tomatoes; sauté until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in the cooked orzo and turkey bacon; stir until well combined.
Notes
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add cheese for extra creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Orzo, comfort food, turkey bacon