Creamy orzo pasta loaded with Parmesan cheese and butter, what could be better? Our Cheesy Orzo Risotto Recipe is easy to make with 4 ingredients in less than 30 minutes.
Course Main or side dish
Cuisine American
Keyword orzo pasta recipes, orzo risotto, Orzotto Recipe
Add 6 cups water to a pot over high heat. Then, add 2 Tbsp. chicken bouillon (equal to 4 cubes). Once water is boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and add 16 oz. orzo pasta. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and your pasta is fully cooked. TIP: When you first add the pasta, let it sit until it becomes soft. Then stir it to give it its creaminess.Add 4 Tablespoons butter and stir well to incorporate.
Stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese.
Fully mix through and top with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve, and enjoy!
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Notes
If you don't have chicken bouillon, use 4 cups of chicken broth.