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One Pot Easy Chorizo Orzo

This one pan spicy chorizo orzo is a delicious hearty, creamy, flavorful pasta dish that everyone loves! Smoky chorizo compliments the delicious orzo and salty parmesan cheese beautifully.
Course Main Dishes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 oz Chorizo
  • 1 Small Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 Cup Orzo Pasta
  • 2 Medium Tomatoes chopped
  • 2 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 oz Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley optional

Instructions

  • Add the oilve oil and chorizo to a large skillet and cook on medium high heat stirring occasionally.
    1 Tbsp Olive Oil, 4 oz Chorizo
  • Once the chorizo starts to brown add the onions and cook about 4-5 minutes or until soft.
    1 Small Yellow Onion
  • Add the orzo, tomatoes and garlic to the pan and stir, cook over medium heat stirring frequently, for another 3-4 minutes or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
    1 1/2 Cup Orzo Pasta, 2 Medium Tomatoes, 2 cloves Garlic
  • Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce to a simmer.
    2 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth
  • Let it simmer and cook for about 10 minutes until the orzo is cooked to al dente and the broth has mostly been absorbed.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1 tsp Salt, 2 oz Shredded Parmesan Cheese, 1 tsp Pepper
  • Serve warm topped with more shredded parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.
    1/4 Cup Chopped Fresh Parsley