Have you ever tried to cook with orzo? This rice grain-shaped pasta cooks fast, holds its shape, and is fantastic in creamy pasta dishes and salads. Here, we offer a selection of our most versatile orzo pasta recipes for dinner. Enjoy!
1. One-Pot Chicken Fajita With Orzo Pasta
This chicken fajita orzo pasta is a nourishing one-pot dish that screams comfort food!
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
2. Creamy Spinach Orzo Pasta
This creamy orzo pasta recipe with spinach is a family favorite for weeknight dinners!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
3. Orzo Pasta Salad
A light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with capers, bell peppers, cheese, and a light dressing. You'll love this cold orzo pasta salad recipe for potlucks, picnics, and outdoor parties!
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
4. Chicken Orzo Soup with Sun-dried Tomatoes
This easy chicken soup is the ultimate feel-good food!
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
5. Healthy Lemon Chicken Soup
Our lemon chicken soup is flavorful, easy and quick to make, and healthy to boot. Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup = Pure happiness in a bowl!
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 40 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
6. Spinach Orzo Pasta Salad
Orzo pasta, tangy feta, and fresh spinach combine to create a light and refreshing salad. Tossed with a zesty dressing, this orzo salad is perfect for lunch or a summertime picnic!
Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
7. Creamy Sausage Pasta
Indulge in our creamy sausage pasta dish that is both easy and quick to make. With flavorful sausage, delicious pasta, healthy spinach, and a creamy parmesan sauce, this pasta recipe is perfect for busy nights!
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
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